Question

    Which one of the following sources states that Srinagar

    was built by Ashoka?
    A Kalhana's Rajatarangini Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Divyavadana Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Tarantha's History of Tibet Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Mahavamsa Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Rajatarangini is a metrical legendary and historical chronicle of the north-western part of India, particularly the kings of Kashmir. It was written in Sanskrit by Kashmiri historian Kalhana in the 12th century CE. The work consists of 7826 verses, which are divided between eight books called tarangas.

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