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The famous Persian epic poem 'Shahnama' (Book of Kings) was written by:

AAmir Khusro
BAl-Beruni
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DFirdausi (Ferdowsi)

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Correct Answer: D: Firdausi (Ferdowsi)

Explanation: Shahnama (Book of Kings) is the world's longest epic poem written by the Persian poet Firdausi (Ferdowsi), completed around 1010 CE. Containing over 60,000 verses, it narrates the mythological and historical past of the Persian Empire. This question is frequently tested in CSS, FPSC, PPSC, and SPSC general knowledge papers under the Islamic and Eastern culture sections. It represents one of the greatest literary works of the Muslim civilisation.

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