Question

Which text has described in detail about the cosmetics and perfumes?

• A. Kautilya’s Arthashastra
• B. Varāhamihira’s Bṛhatsamhitā
• C. Narayan’s Hitopadesha
• D. Vishnu Sharma’s Panchtantra

Hint:

Read the first paragraph of the passage.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understand the question.
The passage says that cosmetics and perfumes are described at some length in one named text. We read the passage and match the text.

Step 2: Check option 1, Kautilya's Arthashastra.
The Arthashastra deals with statecraft and economy. The passage does not name it for perfumes. So this option is wrong.

Step 3: Check option 2, Varahamihira's Brhatsamhita.
The first paragraph of the passage says perfumes and cosmetics are described at some length in Varahamihira's Brhatsamhita, with scented water, hair oil and tooth sticks. So this option is correct.

Step 4: Check option 3, Narayan's Hitopadesha.
This is a book of animal fables with moral advice. It is not a source for perfumes. So this option is wrong.

Step 5: Check option 4, Vishnu Sharma's Panchtantra.
This is also a book of fables. The passage does not mention it. So this option is wrong.

Step 6: Pick the answer.
The passage itself names the Brhatsamhita of Varahamihira.

Final Answer:
The passage names Varahamihira's Brhatsamhita. \[ \boxed{\text{Option 2}} \]