What were the barrier's discussed by Al-Biruni that obstructed him in understanding India? OR What problems did Al-Biruni face in understanding Indian customs and practices.

What were the barrier's discussed by Al-Biruni that obstructed him in

1.	What were the barrier's discussed by Al-Biruni that obstructed him in understanding India? OR What problems did Al-Biruni face in understanding Indian customs and practices.
Answer» Solution :Al-Biruni FACED following barriers: (i) Problems of Language: He mentioned that Sanskrit was so different from Arabic and PERSIAN. (ii) IDEAS and concept COULD not be easily translated from one language. (iii) Difference in religious beliefs and practices: He belongs to Muslim COMMUNITY and his religious beliefs and his practices were quiet different from India. (iv) Self absorption and insularity of the local population. According to him, the third barrier was the isolation policy of the Indians. (v) Brahmanical works on which he was depended. Vedas, Purans, Bhagvad Gita Manusmriti, Dharamshastras, writing of Patanjali.