The composer of the Allahabad pillar inscription is _______.

Harisena

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Banabhatta

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Dandin

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Sudraka

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Solution

The correct option is A Harisena
Samudragupta had a renowned poet Harisena in his court who inscribed the king’s bravery on the famous Allahabad Pillar. The pillar includes a prashasti (a eulogy) praising the deeds and virtues of the Gupta emperor. Samudragupta was the second emperor of the Gupta dynasty. His brilliant leadership and victories earned him the title of ‘Napoleon of India’.

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