Who was the author of Prayag Prasasti?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Harishena.

The Prayag Prasasti (also known as the Allahabad Pillar Inscription) was composed by Harishena, a court poet and minister of the Gupta emperor Samudragupta.
This inscription glorifies Samudragupta’s conquests, empire-building, and other achievements.

Additional Information:

Samudragupta

Reign and Dynasty:

• Samudragupta was a prominent ruler of the Gupta Dynasty (c. 4th century CE).
• He succeeded his father, Chandragupta I, and expanded the Gupta Empire substantially.

Conquests and Military Campaigns:

• Known as the “Napoleon of India” due to his numerous successful military campaigns.
• Extended his empire across large parts of northern India and made expeditions into the south.

Patron of Arts and Culture:

• Samudragupta was not only a military genius but also a skilled musician and poet.
• Encouraged art, literature, and learning, contributing to the Golden Age of the Gupta era.

Administration:

• Maintained strong central control while allowing regional rulers certain autonomy.
• Promoted trade, economic prosperity, and stability within his empire.

Religious Policy:

• Though a Vaishnava Hindu, he practiced religious tolerance.
• Supported various cultural and religious institutions throughout his realm.