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The Prayaga Prashasti (Allahabad Pillar Inscription) was composed by

The correct answer is
Harishena in Sanskrit

The question at hand is about identifying the composer of the 'Prayaga Prashasti', also known widely as the Allahabad Pillar Inscription.

Let's break down the options:

  1. Kalidasa in Sanskrit: Kalidasa was a renowned classical Sanskrit author, widely regarded for his plays and poetry. However, there is no historical evidence linking him to the creation of the Prayaga Prashasti.
  2. Banabhatta in Sanskrit: Banabhatta was a 7th-century Sanskrit scholar and poet. He was a court poet of King Harshavardhana and is known for works like 'Harshacharita', but he is not associated with the Prayaga Prashasti.
  3. Harishena in Sanskrit: Harishena was the court poet and minister in the court of Samudragupta, a ruler of the Gupta Empire. Harishena is credited with composing the Allahabad Pillar Inscription, which is a eulogy of Samudragupta’s conquests and his political and cultural accomplishments.
  4. Ravikriti in Sanskrit: Ravikriti was a poet in the court of King Harsa of the Chalukya dynasty, but he was not related to the creation of the Prayaga Prashasti.

In conclusion, the correct answer is:

The Prayaga Prashasti (Allahabad Pillar Inscription) was composed by Harishena in Sanskrit. This inscription serves as a significant historical text, providing insights into the political, cultural, and military prowess of Samudragupta.

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    (iii) Copper
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