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Who is known as the Father of History?

  • A Thucydides
  • B Herodotus
  • C Aristotle
  • D Livy
Correct Answer: Option B — Herodotus
Explanation: Herodotus a Greek historian born around 484 BC is known as the Father of History. He wrote The Histories a detailed account of the Greco-Persian Wars and the customs of various nations. He is considered the first writer to systematically collect and critically evaluate historical sources and present them in narrative form.
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