Which of the following pairs is not correct?
Vishakhadatta was an ancient Indian playwright and poet believed to have lived during the 4th or 5th century CE. He is best known for his Sanskrit play “Mudrarakshasa,” a historical drama that narrates the political intrigues of ancient India.
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The pair that is not correct is: (c) Vishakhdutta – Kiratarjuna
“Kiratarjuniya,” authored by Bharavi, is an epic Sanskrit poem that narrates a episode from the Indian epic, Mahabharata. Composed in the 6th century, this kavya (poetic) work consists of eighteen cantos and 18,864 shlokas (verses). The central theme revolves around the mythological duel between Arjuna, one of the Pandava princes, and Lord Shiva, disguised as a Kirata (mountain-dwelling hunter). The story unfolds as Arjuna embarks on a quest to obtain divine weapons and encounters Shiva in the form of a Kirata. The poem beautifully captures the intense battle, the complexities of human relationships, and the divine intervention in mortal affairs. Bharavi’s “Kiratarjuniya” is celebrated for its poetic brilliance, intricate descriptions, and philosophical depth, offering a profound exploration of dharma (duty) and the divine aspects of human existence within the context of the Mahabharata narrative.