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Who was the author of the literary work 'Ratnavali'?

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RRB NTPC 2019 CBT 1 Question Paper (8-Mar-2021) (Shift 2)
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Harshavardhana

Ratnavali Author Identification

The literary work 'Ratnavali' was authored by Harshavardhana.

About 'Ratnavali'

'Ratnavali', also known as 'Nagananda' and 'Priyadarshika', is a collection of Sanskrit dramas. These plays are attributed to the Indian emperor Harshavardhana, who ruled in the 7th century CE.

Author Context

  • Harshavardhana was a prominent ruler and patron of arts and literature.
  • While options like Chanakya (known for 'Arthashastra'), Shudraka (known for 'Mrichchhakatika'), and Kalidasa (known for 'Shakuntala', 'Meghaduta') are famous ancient Indian authors, 'Ratnavali' is specifically associated with Harshavardhana.
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