Question

    Who is the writer of the Sanskrit play "Vikramorvasiyam," which is based on the love story involving mortal men and the heavenly Urvashi?

    A Kalhal Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Kalidasa Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Valmiki Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Vyasa Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Vikramorvasiyam is a Sanskrit play of panchasalas composed by Kalidasa. It is based on the love story of mortal men with the heavenly virgin Urvashi. Kalidasa was the pioneer of Sanskrit literature – his famous plays Shakuntala and Meghdootam. The great poet Kalidasa is known as the Shakespeare of India.

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