The author of the "The Peri plus of the Erythraean Sea" was a
A. Historian
B. Poet
C. Sailor
D. Musician
Answer: Option C
Solution(By Examveda Team)
The author of "The Periplus of the Erythraean Sea" was aOption A: Historian
The author of "The Periplus of the Erythraean Sea" was not primarily a historian. This ancient text is more of a geographical and maritime document.
Option B: Poet
The author was not a poet; the work is not a poem but a description of trade routes and coastal areas in the Indian Ocean region.
Option C: Sailor
This is the correct answer. The author of "The Periplus of the Erythraean Sea" was most likely a sailor or merchant who wrote about trade routes, ports, and navigation in the Indian Ocean during ancient times. The document provides valuable insights into maritime trade.
Option D: Musician
The author was not a musician, and the work is unrelated to music.
Therefore, the correct answer is Option C: Sailor.
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