Matching Ancient Authors: Shudraka, Ashvaghosha, Banabhatta
Buddhacharita was written by Ashvaghosha. Shudraka wrote Mrichchhakatikam, Vishakhadatta wrote Mudrarakshasa, and Banabhatta wrote Harshacharita.
Primary Reference: NCERT Class XII - Themes in Indian History Part I
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Exam Year
1998
Evidence Source
Link ↗Which of the following pairs are correctly matched?
1. Mrichchhakatikam - Sudraka
2. Buddhacharita - Vasuvandhu
3. Mudrarakshasa - Vishakhadatta
4. Harshacharita - BanabhattaSelect the correct answer using the codes given below:
[UPSC CSE Pre. 1998]
Detailed Solution & Historical Context
Concept
Ancient Indian literature is categorized by courtly biographies, religious epics, and social dramas that reflect contemporary life.
Authentic Source Evidence
While Mrichchhakatikam, Mudrarakshasa, and Harshacharita are correctly paired with their authors, Buddhacharita was written by Ashvaghosha, not Vasubandhu.
Analytical Breakdown
Conceptual Deep Dive & Logic
"Who was Vasubandhu and how does he differ from Ashvaghosha?"
Examiner's Mindset & Pro-Tip
"The 1st to 7th centuries CE saw a shift from pure religious texts to 'Kavya' (poetry) and 'Charita' (biographies) as tools of royal legitimacy."
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