HISTORY
MISCELLENOUS QUESTIONS
Question
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Ballala Sena
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Harshavardhana
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Chandragupta II
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Devapala
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Detailed explanation-1: -The correct answer is Varahamihira.
Detailed explanation-2: -Chandragupta II also known as Vikramaditya who continued the expansionist policy of his father. Under his rule, the administration reached its zenith and appointed nine jewels or Navratna named as Amarasimha, Dhanvantari, Ghatakarapara, Kalidasa, Kshapanaka, Shanku, Varahamihira, Varuchi, Vetala-Bhatta.
Detailed explanation-3: -Akbar is also known for the extraordinary officials that were associated with his court. Nine in numbers, they are called Akbar’s Navratna.
Detailed explanation-4: -Chandragupta-II was known for his deep interest in art and culture, and his court was adorned with nine Navratnas. The nine Navratnas were Amarsimha, Dhanvantri, Harisena, Kalidasa, Kshapanaka, Sanku, Varahamihira, Vararuchi, and Vetalbhatta.
Detailed explanation-5: -According to popular tradition, the court of the Mughal ruler Akbar had nine intellectuals called the Navaratnas or the nine gems.