Before the discovery of the paper, the people used to write on

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Before the discovery of the paper, the people used to write on

  1. A.

    Mango leaf/आम के पत्ते पर

  2. B.

    Palm leaf/ताड़ के पत्ते पर

  3. C.

    Lotus leaves/कमल के पत्ते पर

  4. D.

    Banana leaf/केले के पत्ते पर

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Correct answer: B

Correct Answer: Palm leaf/ताड़ के पत्ते पर Before the discovery of paper, palm leaves were widely used in ancient India and other regions for writing manuscripts. They were durable, could be inscribed easily, and preserved for long periods. Leaves were prepared by cutting, boiling or drying, and then smoothing to make a suitable writing surface.

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