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Who wrote Mrichhakatikam?

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

Answer options

  1. Vishakhadatta
  2. Shudrak
  3. Banabhatta
  4. Bhas

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Shudrak

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) Shudrak šŸ“š Explanation: Mrichhakatikam (The Little Clay Cart) is a famous Sanskrit play written by King Shudraka in the 2nd century BC. It is unique among ancient Indian dramas because it focuses on a poor Brahmin hero and a courtesan rather than purely royal or mythological themes. The play offers a vivid picture of urban life in ancient India.