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With reference to the scholars/litterateurs of ancient India, consider the following statements:

  1. 1.Panini is associated with Pushyamitra
  2. 2.Amarasimha is associated with Harshavardhana
  3. 3.Kalidasa is associated with Chandra Gupta-II

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. A.1 and 2 only
  2. B.2 and 3 only
  3. C.3 only
  4. D.1, 2 and 3
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: C. 3 only

Panini, the grammarian, predates Pushyamitra Shunga. Amarasimha, known for his Amarakosha, is associated with the Gupta period, not Harshavardhana. Kalidasa, the celebrated poet and playwright, is widely accepted to have been a courtier or contemporary of Chandragupta II, a prominent Gupta ruler.

Source: UPSC gs1 2020

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