What is the literary significance of Harshacharita?

It established the 'Charita' (biography) genre in Sanskrit, serving as a primary historical source for 7th-century India.

Ancient Indian Historiography

UPSC Archival Analysis

The 'Harshacharita', a biography of the Emperor Harshavardhana, was written by his court poet Banabhatta.

Exam Year

2005

Evidence Source

ID: ART_LIT_2005_196 Ref: The Harshacharita of Banabhatta