2026 · Q94
With reference to the Shunga dynasty, Patanjali refers to the yavanas reaching up to Saketa and Madhyamika. The place Madhyamika is identified as located near
General KnowledgeHistory of India
- AChittor
- BUjjain
- CKaushambi
- DPataliputra
Explanation
Patanjali's Mahabhashya records the Yavanas besieging Saketa and Madhyamika during the Shunga period; Madhyamika is identified with the ancient site of Nagari near Chittorgarh (Chittor) in Rajasthan. The answer is (A).