GS PrelimsHistory (Ancient India)Language and Literature of India2003

'Mrichchhakatika' an ancient Indian book written by Shudraka deals with

A

The love affair of a rich merchant with the daughter of a courtesan

B

The victory of Chandragupta II over the Shaka Kshat-rapas of western India

C

The military expeditions and exploits of Samudragupta

D

The love affair between a Gupta King and a princess of Kamarupa

Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation

1 'Mrichchhakatika' (The Little Clay Cart) is a famous ancient Indian Sanskrit play attributed to Shudraka. 2 The play's central theme is the love affair between Charudatta, a noble but impoverished young Brahmin merchant, and Vasantasena, a wealthy and virtuous courtesan (or the daughter of one, depending on interpretation/translation). 3 Option (A) accurately describes this central plotline.

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