Q. Who among the following is known to have regulated the course of Vitasta in Kashmir by his engineering operations?
(a) Vajraditya
(b) Damodargupta
(c) Sura
(d) Suyya
Ans: (d) Suyya
Explanation:
The correct answer is (d) Suyya.
Suyya, also known as Suyya Dandadhara, is known for regulating the course of the Vitasta (Jhelum) River in Kashmir through his engineering operations. He was a renowned engineer and statesman during the reign of King Avantivarman in Kashmir (9th century AD). Suyya’s engineering expertise helped in controlling and redirecting the flow of the Vitasta River, which contributed to the overall development and prosperity of the region.