🏛️ History & Art-CultureUPSC 2002Architecture in India

The ancient Indian play Mudrarakshasa of Visakh- adutt has its subject on:

aa conflict between Gods and Demons of ancient Hindu lore
ba romantic story of an Aryan prince and a tribal woman
cthe story of the power struggle between two Aryan
dthe court intrigues at the time of Chandragupta
✓ Correct answer: d) the court intrigues at the time of Chandragupta
ExplanationMudrarakshasa by Vishakhadatta is a political drama revolving around the strategic acumen of Chanakya (Kautilya) in securing Chandragupta Maurya’s rise to power.The play narrates the clever maneuvering by Chanakya to win over Rakshasa, a loyal minister of the Nanda dynasty, to Chandragupta’s side.It provides valuable insights into Mauryan administrative policies and the importance of realpolitik during this era.54

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