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Which one of the following is known as the First Kashmiri Historian?

A. Kalhana

B. Gulab Singh

C. Hari Singh

D. Karan Singh

Answer: Option A

Solution (By Examveda Team)

Kalhana is the most famous historian and writer who flourished in the 12th Century. He was a Kashmiri Brahmin who had immense knowledge of Sanskrit. He was born in Parihaspura (Now, Paraspore) in Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir to a Kashmiri Minister, Chanpaka who served King Harsa of Lohara dynasty. He is considered as Kashmir's first historian.

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