Q. Natya – Shastra’ the main source of India’s classical dances was written by

Correct Answer

Bharat Muni

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  • Q. The Indus Valley (Harappan) civilization covered an area of :
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    B)About 8,50,000 sq km.
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    D)About 10,50,000 sq km.
    Answer: About 12,50,000 sq km.
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    C)The Haryanks
    D)Nandas
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    A)Ghosha
    B)Ashwins
    C)Kakshivat
    D)Patanjali
    Answer: Patanjali
  • Q. Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq is credited with the foundation of the third city of Delhi known as:
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