SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 44

SSC MTS - 28/10/2024 - (4:00 PM - 5:30 PM) • General Awareness • Q44

'Rajatarangini', a vivid account of the kings of Kashmir, was composed by Kalhana in the ______ language.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Sanskrit.

'Rajatarangini', a historical chronicle of the kings of Kashmir, was composed by Kalhana in Sanskrit during the 12th century CE. The work is considered a significant source of Kashmir’s history, blending historical facts with legends and poetry. Written in eight books called Tarangas (waves), it details the reigns of Kashmir’s rulers, political events, and social conditions, providing insight into the region’s culture, administration, and dynastic changes.