The ancient Indian play Mudra rakshasa of Visakhadutt has its subject on
- Aa conflict between Gods and Demons of ancient Hindu lore
- Ba romantic story of an Aryan prince and a tribal woman
- Cthe story of the power struggle between two Aryan tribes
- Dthe court intrigues at the time of Chandragupta MauryaCorrect
Explanation
The correct option is D because Mudrarakshasa is a historical play that narrates the political ascent of Chandragupta Maurya. Unlike many ancient Sanskrit plays that focus on romance or mythology, this work centers on the clever political strategies and court intrigues employed by Chanakya to defeat the enemies of the Maurya Empire and secure the throne for Chandragupta. The play specifically details how Chanakya won over Rakshasa, the loyal minister of the rival Nanda dynasty, through diplomatic maneuvering rather than military force.
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