6th Class Social Science New Empires and Kingdoms Question Bank New Empires and Kingdoms - Long answer Type Question

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    Discuss the importance of the Allahabad rashasti.

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    The famous Allahabad Prashasti is a stone pillar inscription. It was engraved on the Ashokan pillar in Kausambi near Allahabad. It is one of the most important sources of information about Samudragupta who was a famous ruler of the Gupta dynasty it was composed by Harisena, the court poet and minister of Samudra gupta, in the 4rd century CE. The prashasti gives a vivid description of the reign and conquests of Samudragupta.  It tells us about his capable personality and his succession to the throne and his coronation. He is also described as a compassionate ruler concerned about the welfare of his subjects. Also, he was an excellent warrior. The prashasti portrays Samudragupta as not just a conqueror, but also a great poet, musician and patron of learning. He is described as kaviraja (king of poets). 


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