Harshavardhana, the Pushyabhuti dynasty ruler, is credited with authoring three Sanskrit plays: Ratnavali, Nagananda, and Priyadarshika.
Which one of the following books was authored by Harshavardhana?
Asked in UPSC CAPF 2022 · Topic: Ancient Literature and Litterateur (Early Historical Biographies and Chronicles (e.g., Harshacharita))
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