The correct answer is: A. Jean Philippe Vogel
Jean Philippe Vogel was a French archaeologist who worked in India from 1902 to 1914. He was the author of several books on Indian art and archaeology, including ‘Antiquities of Chamba State’.
The book ‘Antiquities of Chamba State’ was published in 1910. It is a comprehensive study of the art and archaeology of the Chamba state in Himachal Pradesh. The book includes a detailed description of the temples, sculptures, and other antiquities of the state. It also includes a discussion of the history and culture of Chamba.
The book is an important source of information on the art and archaeology of Chamba. It is a valuable resource for scholars and students of Indian art and archaeology.
The other options are incorrect.
- Option B, Norah Richards, is a British historian who has written extensively on the history of India. She is not the author of ‘Antiquities of Chamba State’.
- Option C, Akshar Singh, is an Indian historian who has written extensively on the history of Himachal Pradesh. He is not the author of ‘Antiquities of Chamba State’.
- Option D, Dev Raj Sharma, is an Indian archaeologist who has worked on the excavation of several sites in Himachal Pradesh. He is not the author of ‘Antiquities of Chamba State’.