Correct option is B
The correct answer is (b) Pushyabhuti dynasty
Explanation:
· The
Vardhan dynasty is historically known as the
Pushyabhuti dynasty, named after its founder,
Pushyabhuti.
· This dynasty rose to prominence in the late 6th century CE after the decline of the Gupta Empire, ruling from their capital at
Thanesar (in present-day Haryana).
· The most famous ruler of this dynasty was
Harshavardhana (often referred to simply as Harsha), who ruled from 606 to 647 CE.
· Harshavardhana significantly expanded the kingdom, temporarily reuniting much of Northern India, and moved the capital to
Kannauj. His reign is considered a golden age in Indian history, known for administrative efficiency and patronage of literature and arts.
Information Booster:
· The dynasty was initially a feudatory of the Guptas.
·
Prabhakaravardhana was the first significant king of the dynasty, who took the title of
Maharajadhiraja.
· The history of Harsha's reign is well-documented by the court poet
Bana (who wrote the
Harshacharita) and the Chinese Buddhist pilgrim
Hiuen Tsang.
Additional Knowledge:
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Gupta dynasty (a): Ruled from the 4th to 6th century CE, known as the "Golden Age of India."
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Nanda dynasty (c): Ruled Magadha in the 4th century BCE.
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Maurya dynasty (d): Ruled from 322 to 185 BCE, founded by Chandragupta Maurya.