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Ancient Indian History UPPSC 1998 GS-I
Question

The hero of the play "Malvikagnimitra" written by Kalidas was:

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Option C: Agnimitra

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Agnimitra”.
The hero of the Sanskrit play Malavikagnimitra by Kalidasa is Agnimitra, the Shunga Emperor of Vidisha. The play is based on events from the reign of Agnimitra's father, Pushyamitra Shunga, and is considered Kalidasa's first play.

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