Harsha

Harsha (590–647) was a poet and playwright.

Also recorded as Harsha Vardhana; Harshavardhana; Harṣa.

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Overview

Born at Thanesar in 590, died at Kannauj in 647.

In detail

Positions recorded include emperor.

Works named in the authority record are Nagananda, Ratnāvalī and Priyadarśikā.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Harsha”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q216895: Harsha

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Plates

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This map shows the Empire of Kannauj in 634 AD under the rule of Harsha of the House of Pushyabhuti.

This map shows the Empire of Kannauj in 634 AD under the rule of Harsha of the House of Pushyabhuti.

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