Previous year MCQs

Ancient Indian History UPPSC 1992 GS-I
Question

Emperor Harsha shifted his capital from Thaneshwar to?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Kannauj

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Kannauj”.
Emperor Harsha shifted his capital from Thaneshwar to Kannauj.

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