Q. Who among the following ladies wrote a historical account during the Mughal period?
(a) Gulbadan Begum
(b) Nurjahan Begum
(c) Jahanara Begum
(d) Zebunnissa Begum
Ans: (a) Gulbadan Begum
Explanation: The correct answer is (a) Gulbadan Begum. Gulbadan Begum, the daughter of Emperor Babur and the sister of Emperor Humayun, wrote a historical account during the Mughal period. Her historical work is known as “Humayun-nama” or “Humayun-nama-i-Gulbadan” (The Book of Humayun) and provides insights into the life and reign of her brother, Emperor Humayun. Gulbadan Begum’s account is considered an important source of historical information about the early Mughal period. Her work offers a unique perspective from a female author, providing valuable insights into the political and social dynamics of the time.
