GS PrelimsHistory (Ancient India)Language and Literature of India2016

Which one of the following books of ancient India has the love story of the son of the founder of Sunga dynasty?

A

Swapnavasavadatta

B

Malavikagnimitra

C

Meghadoota

D

Ratnavali

Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation

1. The question asks to identify the ancient Indian book containing the love story of the son of the founder of the Sunga dynasty. 2. The founder of the Sunga dynasty was Pushyamitra Sunga. His son was Agnimitra. 3. The play 'Malavikagnimitra', written by Kalidasa, depicts the love story of Agnimitra (the Sunga prince) and Malavika. 4. 'Swapnavasavadatta' is a play by Bhasa about King Udayana and Vasavadatta. 5. 'Meghadoota' is a lyric poem by Kalidasa. 6. 'Ratnavali' is a play attributed to Harsha, featuring King Udayana.

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