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Q. Select correct pair of book and author

A
Brihat Samhita: Ravi Kriti
B
Mudrarakshasa: Somdeva
C
Kathasaritsagar: Visakdatta
D
Panchsidhantika : Varharmihara

Correct Answer

Panchsidhantika : Varharmihara

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