​Who was the court poet of King Harshavardhana?

Correct option is D

​The correct answer is (d) Banabhatta.

Banabhatta was the court poet of King Harshavardhana, who ruled during the 7th century CE. He authored two significant works:

• Harshacharita – A biographical account of King Harsha's life and achievements.
• Kadambari – A classic Sanskrit prose romance.

Information about other options:

• Jayachandra: A ruler of the Gahadavala dynasty; not associated with King Harsha.
• Vallal: The term Vallal is associated with Tamil patron kings, not with Harsha.
• Ananda Bhatta: A later Sanskrit scholar; not related to King Harsha.

Information Booster:

King Harshavardhana:

• He ruled North India (606–647 CE) with his capital at Kanauj.
• Initially his capital was Thanshwar, later moved to Kannauj.
• Known for his patronage of Buddhism and literature.
• Chinese Traveller Hiuen – Tsang travelled to India during Harsha’s reign