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Ancient Indian History UPPSC 2003 GS-I
Question

Two great religious conference were held by King Harshvardhan at:

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option A: Kanauj and Prayag

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Kanauj and Prayag”.
The religious conference was held by king Harshavardhana at Kannauj and Prayag.

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