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History GK · Q232

Ancient History Art And Culture

Competitive Exams · History GK · question 232

Q232

Which ancient literature contains short stories that have the priceless treasure of morality and knowledge?

A.
Panchtanra
B.
Hitopdesha
Answer
C.
Mahabharata
D.
None of the above

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Hitopadesha is an Indian text in the Sanskrit language consisting of fables with both animal and human characters. It incorporates maxims, worldly wisdom and advice on political affairs in simple, elegant language, and the work has been widely translated. Little is known about its origin.