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M.P.P.C.S. (Pre.) 2020

Pre-Islamic History of Sindh

Authentic Past Paper Standard Evaluation

According to Chachnama, what was the Capital of the Indus Country in the 6th and 7th century?

Solution & Analysis

Answer: B

Concept The Chachnama is the primary Persian historical source documenting the pre-Islamic history of Sindh and the Arab conquest of the region.

Explanation According to the Chachnama, the capital city of Sindh (Indus Country) under the Rai and Chach dynasties was Arod (or Alor).

Logical Breakup
Option B is Correct: Arod was a major commercial and administrative hub before the capital shifted to Brahmanabad and later Mansura after the Arab conquest.
Context: The text details the transition from the Buddhist-leaning Rai dynasty to the Brahmin dynasty of Chach.

Active Recall

Question

What is the Chachnama?

Answer

It is a 13th-century Persian translation of an earlier Arabic work detailing the Arab conquest of Sindh by Muhammad bin Qasim.

Core Insight

Arod’s status as a capital highlights the strategic importance of the Indus River for ancient maritime and overland trade.

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