Q. With reference to notable Sanskrit poets and their works, consider the following statements: - Kalidasa is known for his play 'Shakuntala', which explores themes of love and destiny.
- Bharavi's 'Kiratarjuniya' narrates the encounter between Arjuna and Lord Shiva in disguise.
- Kumaradasa's 'Janakiharana' focuses on the events leading to Sita's abduction by Ravana.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Answer:
All three
Notes: - Kalidasa is known for his play 'Shakuntala', which explores themes of love and destiny: This is correct. 'Shakuntala' is one of Kalidasa's most famous works, highlighting the emotional depth of love.
- Bharavi's 'Kiratarjuniya' narrates the encounter between Arjuna and Lord Shiva in disguise: This is correct. It details the test of Arjuna's strength and valor against Shiva.
- Kumaradasa's 'Janakiharana' focuses on the events leading to Sita's abduction by Ravana: This is correct. It chronicles the early life of Rama and his relationship with Sita.
Thus, all the statements are correct. The correct answer is (c) All three.