SSC CPO 2024 PYQ — Question 92

SSC CPO - 28 June 2024 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q92

Harshacharita book was written by which of the following writers?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e Banabhatta.

  • "Harshacharita" by Banabhatta is a crucial text for scholars of Indian history and literature.
  • It serves as both a historical record and a work of artistic excellence, encapsulating the grandeur of King Harsha's reign and the cultural milieu of 7th-century India.
  • Banabhatta's eloquence and detailed portrayal of Harsha's life make this work a treasured piece of classical literature and history.
  • Author: Banabhatta, also known simply as Banabhatta, was a renowned Sanskrit scholar and poet. He served as a court poet under the reign of King Harsha.
  • Date: "Harshacharita" is believed to have been composed in the 7th century CE.