Who was the famous Muslim geographer known for creating detailed maps of the world?

A. Al-Idrisi
B. Ibn Battuta
C. Ibn Hawqal
D. Al-Ma'mun

Answer: Al-Idrisi

Additional Information: Al-Idrisi created the famous 'Tabula Rogeriana', a detailed world map in the 12th century.

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