SSC Selection Post 2020 PYQ — Question 40

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level 2020 - 10 Nov 2020 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q40

Which of the following was authored by the great poet Kalidasa?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

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

Vikramōrvaśīyam is indeed one of the celebrated plays authored by the great Sanskrit poet Kalidasa. It is a romantic drama that tells the story of the mortal King Pururavas and the celestial nymph Urvashi. The play is renowned for its lyrical beauty, vivid imagery, and exploration of themes of love, separation, and reunion, solidifying Kalidasa's reputation as a master dramatist.