Q. “Chach Nama” was translated to Persian by
a) Nurrudin Muhammad Aufi
b) Shams-i-Siraj
c) Muhammad Ali Bin Abu Bakr Kufi
d) More than one of the above
Question from BPSC PT 70, 2024
The correct answer is Option C: Muhammad Ali Bin Abu Bakr Kufi.
Explanation:
The Chach Nama, also known as the Fateh nama Sindh, is one of the oldest historical accounts of the Arab conquest of Sindh, which took place in the 8th century under Muhammad bin Qasim. Originally written in Arabic, it was later translated into Persian by Muhammad Ali Bin Abu Bakr Kufi during the 13th century.
This work provides detailed information about the socio-political conditions of Sindh during that era and highlights the administrative and military achievements of the Arabs.