Consider the following statements: 1. Gun powder was first invented by the Chinese. 2. In India we have no instances of artillery being used in war before Babur. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C

Notes:

Explanation: Artillery is an army unit that uses large cannon-like weapons, transportable and usually operated by more than one person.

Gun powder was first invented by the Chinese and found its way to Europe in the 13th century A.D. (CE).
It was used in guns and cannons from the mid fourteenth century onwards.
In India we have no instances of artillery being used in war before Babur.

Source: NCERT