UPSC History Optional · Paper I · 2022 · Q2(b) · 15 marks
Foreign accounts as a source of ancient Indian history may have some advantages but also have a few shortcomings. Citing appropriate examples, examine the statement.
- Chapter
- Sources
- Topic
- Foreign Accounts
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