A Critical Review of Emperor Harsha’s Cultural Orientation Towards Uttar Pradesh
Introduction Emperor Harsha (Harshavardhana, c. 606–647 CE), one of the most illustrious rulers of early medieval India, reigned over a large part of northern India, encompassing modern-day Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Punjab, and parts of Madhya Pradesh. While Harsha is often remembered for his political achievements and military campaigns, historians have increasingly emphasized his cultural…