The correct option is D Writing research reports and articles
The training necessary for the job of collecting and managing written sources of history includes:
1) Knowledge of scripts like Brahmi, Modi, Persian and their development.
2) Basic knowledge of social organisation and traditions, literature and culture, dynasties, administrative systems, etc. of past societies.
3) Knowledge of various schools and styles of painting and sculptural art and history of their development.
4) Knowledge of types of paper, ink and colours.
5) Knowledge of properties of various stones and metals used for inscriptions
6) Knowledge of the equipment and chemicals used in various processes of cleaning, conservation and preservation.
7) Knowledge of various approaches to managing exhibitions in museums, galleries and information technology.
8) Writing research reports and articles.