Indian classical literature: "Gita Govinda" — name the poet-author. Context: A 12th-century Sanskrit lyrical work devoted to Krishna and Radha. Choose the correct author.
General Knowledge
Books and Authors
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AJayadeva
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BKalidasa
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CBhartrhari
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DBanabhatta
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EValmiki
Answer
Correct Answer: Jayadeva
Explanation
ExplanationGita Govinda is the celebrated Sanskrit lyrical poem by Jayadeva (12th century), depicting the divine love of Krishna and Radha.
Elimination
- Kalidasa — author of Meghaduta, Shakuntala, etc.
- Bhartrhari — Vairagya, Niti shataka.
- Banabhatta — Harshacharita.
- Valmiki — Ramayana.