Si-yu-ki or ‘The Records of the Western World’ was written by:

This question was previously asked in
SSC CGL 2021 Tier-I (Held On : 20 April 2022 Shift 2)
View all SSC CGL Papers >
  1. Marco Polo
  2. Fa-Hien
  3. Hiuen Tsiang
  4. Abdur Razzak

Answer (Detailed Solution Below)

Option 3 : Hiuen Tsiang
vigyan-express
Free
PYST 1: SSC CGL - General Awareness (Held On : 20 April 2022 Shift 2)
3.6 Lakh Users
25 Questions 50 Marks 10 Mins

Detailed Solution

Download Solution PDF

The correct answer is Hiuen-Tsang.

Key Points

  • Hiuen-Tsang wrote the book ‘Shi-Yu-Ki’ after visiting the Harshavardhana court.
  • Si-yu-ki means "Record of the Western Countries".
  • Hiuen Tsang visited India during the period of emperor Harsha.
  • Hiuen Tsang remained at the University of Nalanda for five years.
  • Hiuen Tsang had been a guest to Bhaskara Varman, ruler of Kamarupa.
  • Hiuen Tsang described Kannauj as a beautiful city.
  • Pu Songling was a Qing dynasty Chinese writer.
  • Pu Songling was the author of Strange Stories.

Additional Information

  • Banabhatta:
    • Banabhatta was the Asthana Kavi in the court of King Harsha Vardhana.
    • Kadambari is the work of Banabhatta.
    • The "Harshacharita" was also written by Banabhatta.
Latest SSC CGL Updates

Last updated on Jun 13, 2025

-> The SSC CGL Notification 2025 has been released on 9th June 2025 on the official website at ssc.gov.in.

-> The SSC CGL exam registration process is now open and will continue till 4th July 2025, so candidates must fill out the SSC CGL Application Form 2025 before the deadline.

-> This year, the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced approximately 14,582 vacancies for various Group B and C posts across government departments.

->  The SSC CGL Tier 1 exam is scheduled to take place from 13th to 30th August 2025.

->  Aspirants should visit ssc.gov.in 2025 regularly for updates and ensure timely submission of the CGL exam form.

-> Candidates can refer to the CGL syllabus for a better understanding of the exam structure and pattern.

-> The CGL Eligibility is a bachelor’s degree in any discipline.

-> Candidates selected through the SSC CGL exam will receive an attractive salary. Learn more about the SSC CGL Salary Structure.

-> Attempt SSC CGL Free English Mock Test and SSC CGL Current Affairs Mock Test.

-> Candidates should also use the SSC CGL previous year papers for a good revision. 

Get Free Access Now
Hot Links: teen patti sweet teen patti - 3patti cards game mpl teen patti teen patti master apk teen patti casino download