History · Negotiating the Sources
UGC NET December 2019 History
In the Aihole inscription of the Chalukya king Pulakesin II, its composer Ravikirti describes himself as an equal of: Choose the correct option.
- 1. Banabhatta
- 2. Bhasa
- 3. Bharavi
- 4. Kalidasa
A1, 2 and 3 only
B2, 3 and 4 only
C2 and 4 only
D3 and 4 only ✓ Correct
Correct answer: (D) 3 and 4 only — Ravikirti calls himself an equal of Bharavi and Kalidasa, so the answer is 3 and 4 only.
Explanation
★Ravikirti calls himself an equal of Bharavi and Kalidasa, so the answer is 3 and 4 only.
★The Aihole inscription was composed by Ravikirti, the court poet of Pulakesin II.
★Pulakesin II reigned from about 610 to 642 CE.
★In the inscription Ravikirti describes himself as an equal of the famous Sanskrit poets Bharavi and Kalidasa.
★This boast reflects his pride in his own poetic skill.
★So Ravikirti claims equality with Bharavi and Kalidasa.
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