Question

Explain the following statement with its reason.

Rajtarangini is quite close to the concept of modern historiography.

Answer 1

1. Rajtarangini is writtern by Kalhana in the 12th Century C.E. 
2. It is about the history of Kashmir. 
3. He wrote the text after critically examining the various sources like inscriptions, coins, dynastic records, remains of ancient monuments and local traditions. Therefore, the style of writing of this text was similar to the concept of modern historiography.