Medieval History
2022
Delhi Sultanate
Vijayanagar Empire
Regional Kingdoms
In medieval India, the term "Fanam" referred to:
D.Weapons
C.Ornaments
B.Coins
A.Clothing
Correct Answer: Option B
In Medieval India, the term "Fanam" referred to a type of coin.
Specifically, the Fanam was a small coin used in South India between the 9th and 19th centuries. These coins were typically made of gold, weighed as little as 0.3 grams, and had a diameter of less than a centimeter.
Examples of other historical currency names include: anna, cash, mohur, pagoda, rupia, tanga and tanka.
Hence, option (b) is the correct answer.
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