Which of the following kings are explicitly praised in inscriptions for knowledge or skill in music?
(a) Kharavela
(b) Harshavardhana
(c) Rudradaman
(d) Samudragupta
Choose the correct option.
(a), (c) and (d)
(a), (c) and (d). The Hathigumpha inscription calls Kharavela versed in Gandharva Veda. Rudradaman’s Junagadh inscription praises his learning in music along with other sciences. Samudragupta’s Allahabad prashasti praises his musical performances in comparison with Tumburu and Narada; his lyrist coins provide additional evidence.
Important Questions from Emergence of Regional Powers
- Puran Chand, a Hindu, was the Diwan under which of the following ruler?
1. Saadutullah Khan
2. Murshid Quli Khan
3. Nizam-ul-Mulk
4. Alivardi Khan Arrange the following events in the chronological order:
(a) Alexander leaves India
(b) Burning of Persepolis
(c) Alexander completes conquests of eastern Iran beyond the Hindu Kush
(d) Partition of Alexander's empire at Triparadisus
Select correct option:
