Who among the following ancient Indian kings was praised in glowing te

Who among the following ancient Indian kings was praised in glowing terms in the Prayaga Prashasti ?

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Ashoka

Harshavardhana

Samudragupta

Bindusara

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The correct answer is Samudragupta.

The Prayaga Prashasti, also known as the Allahabad Pillar Inscription, is a eulogy for the Gupta Emperor Samudragupta. It was composed in Sanskrit by his court poet and minister, Harisena. The inscription details Samudragupta’s conquests, military campaigns, and administrative policies. It is inscribed on one of the pillars originally erected by Emperor Ashoka, which also contains Ashokan edicts.

Samudragupta (reigned c. 335/350 – 380 CE) was a ruler of the Gupta Empire, considered one of its greatest military expansionists. His campaigns extended the Gupta empire significantly across Northern and Central India and brought southern rulers into tributary status. The Prayaga Prashasti is a primary source for understanding his reign and military achievements.

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