WBCS.LIVE practice question

Banabhatta was the court poet of which emperor?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Vikramaditya
  2. Kumargupta
  3. Harshavardhana
  4. Kanishka

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Harshavardhana

Explanation: The correct answer is C. Harshavardhana. Banabhatta was the court poet and official biographer of Emperor Harshavardhana, who ruled parts of northern India in the 7th century CE. He composed the famous biographical work titled 'Harshacharita', which provides a vivid account of Harsha’s reign, personality, and the socio-political conditions of that time. He also authored 'Kadambari', a celebrated Sanskrit romantic novel.