The Prayag Prashasti gives information about which ruler?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Samudragupta
The Prayag Prashasti, composed by Harishena and inscribed on the Allahabad pillar, praises Samudragupta and describes his campaigns, relationships with different rulers, and royal qualities. It is an important Gupta-period political inscription, though as a praise text it naturally presents the ruler favourably and should be read critically. Ashoka, Rajaraja I, and Bimbisara belong to different contexts and are not the ruler celebrated in this inscription.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Samudragupta
Why is this the correct answer?
The Prayag Prashasti, composed by Harishena and inscribed on the Allahabad pillar, praises Samudragupta and describes his campaigns, relationships with different rulers, and royal qualities. It is an important Gupta-period political inscription, though as a praise text it naturally presents the ruler favourably and should be read critically. Ashoka, Rajaraja I, and Bimbisara belong to different contexts and are not the ruler celebrated in this inscription.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 History question. Chapter: Writing and City Life. Topic: Development and uses of writing.
