Question

The renowned medieval Muslim traveller mentions that he bought horses, camels, and slaves for Muhammed Bin Tughlaq.

• A. Ibn Ali
• B. Ibn Battuta
• C. Amir Khusrau

Answer 1

The correct option is B Ibn Battuta

Markets exclusively for slave trade existed during the medieval period. Many travel accounts from that period record slavery being practiced in India. The renowned medieval Muslim traveller Ibn Battuta mentions that he bought horses, camels, and slaves for Muhammed Bin Tughlaq. He also mentioned that most of the slaves in the courts were exceptional musicians and dancers.