What historical event is mentioned in the background of Malavikagnimitra?

The victory of the Shunga forces over the Vidarbha kingdom and the Greeks (Yavanas).

Ancient Sanskrit Drama

UPSC Archival Analysis

The book 'Malavikagnimitra', written by Kalidasa, tells the love story of Agnimitra, the son of the Shunga dynasty founder Pushyamitra Shunga.

Exam Year

2016

Evidence Source

ID: ANC_LIT_2016_07 Ref: Malavikagnimitra by Kalidasa