Tang Records

Who authored the "Great Tang Records on the Western Regions"?

• Faxian

• Xuanzang

• Taizong

The main purpose of Xuanzang’s journey to India was to

• visit famous Indian kings
• explore ancient Indian architecture
• obtain Buddhist scriptures and study Buddhism
• trade silk and spices

Which Indian ruler did Xuanzang meet during his visit to India?

• Emperor Ashoka
• Emperor Akbar
• Emperor Chandragupta
• Emperor Harshavardana

What does the "Great Tang Records on the Western Regions" mainly describe?

• It details the flora and fauna of Eastern Asia.
• It describes the military strategies of the Tang dynasty.
• It mainly describes the geography, cultures, and peoples of Central Asia and the regions west of China.
• It focuses on the trade routes of ancient Rome.

Which Indian university is extensively described by Xuanzang?

• Delhi University
• Banaras Hindu University
• Nalanda University
• Jawaharlal Nehru University

In which century did Xuanzang visit India?

• 7th century
• 10th century
• 5th century
• 9th century

Which geographical barrier did Xuanzang cross to enter India?

• Karakoram
• Hindu Kush region

• Sahyadri Mountains
• Western Ghats

What was the name of the Buddhist monk who mentored Xuanzang at Nalanda?

• Huineng
• Dogen
• Silabhadra
• Bodhidharma

Xuanzang traveled to India during the reign of which Chinese emperor?

• Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty
• Emperor Taizong of the Tang Dynasty
• Emperor Yongle of the Ming Dynasty
• Emperor Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty

What was the reaction of the Chinese Emperor Taizong when Xuanzang returned from India?

• Emperor Taizong ignored Xuanzang's return completely.
• Emperor Taizong was angry at Xuanzang for leaving.
• Emperor Taizong sent Xuanzang back to India immediately.
• Emperor Taizong welcomed Xuanzang warmly and was pleased by his achievement