Al-Biruni is considered the "founder of" what subject?
Indology
Microbiology
Quantum Physics
None of the above
Answer
Al-Biruni was an Iranian polymath who is considered to be the "founder of" Indology, the study of the history, culture, and languages of India. He was a prolific scholar who wrote extensively on a wide range of topics, including mathematics, astronomy, geography, geology, history, and linguistics. His work was highly influential and helped to shape the way that Europeans understood India.
Unveiling Al-Biruni: Unearthing the Wisdom of an 11th-century Polymath
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