Question

Al-Biruni’s creation is:

• A. Mahabharata
• B. Ain-i-Akbari
• C. Rihla
• D. Kitab-ul-hind

Hint:

The fundamental theorem of arithmetic ensures that if 5 is not in the prime factorization of the base, no power of that base will ever result in a number ending in 0.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Al-Biruni's famous work is
Kitab-ul-hind
, which is a comprehensive study of the Indian subcontinent, its culture, religion, philosophy, and science. It is a critical text in understanding the history of India from a foreign perspective.

Step 1: Analyze the options.

- (A) Mahabharata: This is an ancient Indian epic, but it is not the work of Al-Biruni.
- (B) Ain-i-Akbari: This work is attributed to Abu’l-Fazl, not Al-Biruni.
- (C) Rihla: This is the travelogue by Ibn Battuta, not Al-Biruni.
- (D) Kitab-ul-hind: This is the correct answer as it is Al-Biruni's creation, focusing on India’s culture and traditions.

Step 2: Conclusion.

The correct answer is (D) Kitab-ul-hind, as it is the renowned work of Al-Biruni about India.

Final Answer:
\[ \boxed{(D) \, \text{Kitab-ul-hind}} \]