Q. Rajatarangini was written by
(a) Devadatta
(b) Kalhana
(c) Dhandi
(d) Bharavi
Ans: (b) Kalhana
Explanation: Rajatarangini was written by (b) Kalhana. Kalhana was a Kashmiri historian and poet who composed Rajatarangini, which translates to “The River of Kings.” Rajatarangini is a historical chronicle of the Kashmir region and provides a detailed account of the rulers and events from ancient to medieval times. Kalhana’s work is considered one of the most important historical texts in Indian literature and provides valuable insights into the political, social, and cultural aspects of Kashmiri history.
