Who among the following was the author of the 'Brihat Katha Kosh'?
Correct Answer: Harisena
Subject: history
- Dandin
- Bhavabhuti
- Kshemendra
- Harisena
Explanation: Harisena, the court poet of Samudragupta, is the author of 'Brihat Katha Kosh'.
• It is a collection of ancient Indian folk tales and legends.
• Bhavabhuti was the court poet of King Yashovarman of Kannauj.
• Dandin wrote Dashakumaracharita.
• Harisena is mainly known for Prayag Prashasti, but Brihat Katha Kosh is his major literary text.
• Bhavabhuti's famous plays are Mahaviracharita and Malatimadhava.