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Question
With reference to political conditions in India between 6th and 8th centuries, answer the following question:
When did Harshavardhana ascend the throne ? Give an account of his reign?
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Solution
Harshavardhan ascended the throne in AD 606. He shifted his capital from Thanesar to Kanauj. He conquered Punjab, eastern Rajasthan and Ganga valley. Harsha was a great patron of art and was a good writer. He wrote three plays in Sanskrit-Ratnavali, Priyadarshika, and Nagananda.
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