Q. The Russian traveler who visited the Deccan during the medieval period of Indian history was
(a) Rastyannikov
(b) Shirokov
(c) Pavlov
(d) Nikitin
Ans: (d) Nikitin
Explanation: The correct answer is (d) Nikitin.
The Russian traveler who visited the Deccan during the medieval period of Indian history was Afanasy Nikitin. He was a merchant from Tver, Russia, who embarked on a journey to India in the 15th century. Nikitin’s travels took place between 1466 and 1472, during the reign of the Bahmani Sultanate in the Deccan region. He documented his experiences and observations in a travelogue called “The Journey Beyond Three Seas” (also known as “A Journey to the Land of India”). Nikitin’s travelogue provides valuable insights into the socio-cultural aspects of medieval India, including his encounters with various Indian rulers, merchants, and the local way of life.
