Tag: medieval indian literature

Test your knowledge about the Kathasaritsagara, an ancient Indian collection of stories.

The Kadambari is a Sanskrit novel written by Banabhatta in the 7th century. It is one of the earliest examples of prose fiction in Sanskrit literature.

The Hammira Mahakavya is a 14th-century epic poem written by Nayachandra Suri in Sanskrit. It is a historical poem that narrates the life and achievements of Hammira, the last ruler of the Chahamana dynasty of Ranthambore.

This quiz explores the literary achievements of the Gujarat Sultanate (15th-16th century), featuring prominent poets such as Adal, Bhalan, Akho, and Narsinh Mehta, along with their significant poetic works and contributions to Gujarati literature.

The Dasakumaracharita is a collection of ten stories written by Dandin in the 7th century. The stories are about the adventures of ten princes who are separated from their families and must overcome various obstacles to find their way back home.

The Harshacharita is a 7th-century Sanskrit biography of Harsha, the emperor of Kannauj, written by his court poet Banabhatta. It is considered to be one of the masterpieces of Sanskrit literature.

The Shah Jahan is a historical novel by Bhabani Bhattacharya, published in 1956. The novel tells the story of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, who ruled India from 1628 to 1658. The novel explores the emperor's life, his reign, and his relationship with his wife, Mumtaz Mahal.

The Prithviraj Raso is an epic poem written by Chand Bardai in the 12th century. It tells the story of Prithviraj Chauhan, a Rajput king who ruled Delhi in the 12th century.

Test your knowledge about the ancient Indian literary work, The Brihatkatha.

A quiz about the Persian epic poem 'The Timur' covering its authorship, themes, and historical significance