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Who was the author of literary work 'Mricchakatika'?

This question was previously asked in
RRB NTPC 2019 CBT 1 Question Paper (8-Mar-2021) (Shift 2)
The correct answer is
Shudraka

Author of Mricchakatika Identified

This question asks to identify the author of the famous Sanskrit play titled Mricchakatika.

Mricchakatika Literary Context

Mricchakatika, which translates to 'The Little Clay Cart', is a significant ten-act Sanskrit drama.

It is important to determine which historical figure is credited with its authorship from the given options.

Playwright Attribution

Reviewing the options provided:

  • Chanakya is known for the Arthashastra.
  • Kalidasa is celebrated for works like Abhijnanashakuntalam.
  • Shri Harsha authored plays like Ratnavali.
  • Shudraka is recognized as the author of Mricchakatika.

Therefore, the author of the literary work Mricchakatika is Shudraka.

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