Question

In which century paper began to be used in India?

• A. 6th century CE.
• B. 10th century CE.
• C. 13th century CE.
• D. 17th century CE.

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

13th century CE.

Paper spread to India in the 7th century. However, the use of paper was not widespread. Paper manufacture was introduced to India in the 13th century by Muslim merchants, from then it replaced traditional writing materials like metal plates, cloth etc , and began to be used widely in various areas.