Question

Which among the following is the most important invention which led to the replacement of swords and knives by guns in medieval Europe?

• A. Invention of gun powder by chinese.
• B. Discovery of gunpowder by Europeans.
• C. Better efficiency of guns as weapons.
• D. Increased availabilty of metals.

Answer 1

The correct option is A Invention of gun powder by chinese.

The most important factor that led to the replacement of old weapons like swords and knives by guns was the invention of gunpowder which revolutionised the warfares of the medieval world.