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Where was the capital of Sasanka?

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

Answer options

  1. Samatata
  2. Tamralipta
  3. Karnasuvarna
  4. Lakhnawati

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Karnasuvarna

Explanation: The correct answer is C. Karnasuvarna. Sasanka was the first significant king of Bengal, ruling in the early 7th century CE. He is known for his conflicts with contemporary rulers like Harshavardhana and Bhaskaravarman. His capital was Karnasuvarna, located near modern-day Murshidabad district in West Bengal. Chinese traveller Xuanzang (Hiuen Tsang) also refers to this city during his travels in India, mentioning it as Sasanka’s capital. Tamralipta was an ancient port city, identified with modern Tamluk.