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Who first translated ‘Abhigyanshakuntalam’ written by Kalidas into English?

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0%[A] Sir Richard Burton
100%[B] William Jones ( 1 voter )
0%[C] Charles Wilkins
0%[D] Max Muller
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‘Abhigyanshakuntalam’ by Kalidasa is a classical Sanskrit play. It narrates the love story of King Dushyanta and Shakuntala. Renowned for its poetic beauty, the play explores themes of love, separation, and reunion, showcasing Kalidasa’s mastery in storytelling and lyrical expression.

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  1. The first English translation of ‘Abhigyanshakuntalam’ by Kalidasa was done by Sir William Jones, a British philologist, and scholar. He translated the play into English in the late 18th century.

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