Correct option is B
The Correct Answer Is: (B) Chagatai
Explanation:
Baburnama, also known as Tuzuk-i-Baburi, is the autobiography of Babur, the founder of the Mughal Empire in India.
- It was originally written in Chagatai Turkish, which was Babur’s mother tongue and the administrative language of the Timurid dynasty.
- Baburnama provides detailed insights into Babur's life, military campaigns, and observations about India.
- It is one of the earliest and most important autobiographies in Islamic and Mughal history.
Additional Knowledge:
- Later, Baburnama was translated into Persian by Abdul Rahim Khan-i-Khanan during Akbar’s reign, as Persian was the official language of the Mughal court.
- The book includes geographical descriptions, culture, flora, and fauna of India along with Babur’s personal reflections.
- Baburnama is considered one of the finest literary works of medieval history.
- Babur’s poetry and prose in the book reflect his deep knowledge of literature, culture, and governance.