Multiple choice

Shashanka, the king of Gaur, was a contemporary of

  1. Mahipala

  2. Chandragupta II

  3. Harshvardhana

  4. Balalaika Sena

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Shashanka, the ruler of Gaur (Bengal region), was a contemporary of Harshvardhana. In fact, Shashanka was Harsha's main rival and was responsible for killing Harsha's brother Rajyavardhana. He was a significant 7th-century ruler who opposed Harsha's expansion.