Rohtak district got its mention in which historical text?a)Divyavdanb)...
The correct answer is Nakula - Digvijyams.
- Rohtak derives its name from its headquarters town, Rohtak, which is called the Reformation of Rohtashgarh, a name still applied to the ruined sites of the two old sites.
- Traditionally, it is named after King Rohtash, in whose days the city is said to have been built.
- It is also claimed that the city derives its name from the Roherra (Tacoma undulate) tree which is called Rohitaka in Sanskrit.
- It is said that before the city came into existence, it was the site of a forest of Rohitaka trees and hence the name Rohtak.
- Another version links Rohtak with Rohitaka, which is mentioned in the Mahabharata in connection with the campaign of the Pandava warrior Nakula.
- Divyavadana (meaning Divine Tales) is a text of Buddhist tales.
- The origin of many of these stories is the original Mool Sarvastivada Vinaya Granth.
- Majjima Nikaya is a Buddhist text, the second of the five Nikayas or collections in the Sutta Pitaka, one of the "three baskets" that compose the Pali Tipitaka of Theravada Buddhism. Composed between the 3rd century BCE and the 2nd century CE.
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Rohtak district got its mention in which historical text?a)Divyavdanb)...
Historical Context of Rohtak District
Rohtak district, located in the Indian state of Haryana, has a rich historical significance. Its mention in ancient texts helps trace its cultural and historical lineage.
Significance of Nakula-Digvijayam
- The correct answer to the mention of Rohtak district in historical texts is option 'C': Nakula-Digvijayam.
- Nakula-Digvijayam is a Sanskrit text attributed to the Mahabharata era. It describes the conquests of Nakula, one of the Pandava brothers.
- Through this text, Rohtak is identified as one of the regions that Nakula and his forces traversed during their campaigns to establish dominance in the region.
Contrasting Other Texts
- a) Divyavadan: This text primarily focuses on the life and teachings of Buddhist monks and does not specifically mention Rohtak.
- b) Majjhima Nikaya: A collection of Buddhist scriptures, it deals with various discourses but lacks references to Rohtak district.
- d) Kathakosh: This is a linguistic text, which primarily discusses grammar and linguistics and does not focus on geographical locations.
Conclusion
The mention of Rohtak in the Nakula-Digvijayam highlights its historical importance in the context of the Mahabharata. This association provides insights into the region's significance during ancient times and its role in the broader narrative of Indian history. Understanding such texts enriches our knowledge of India's heritage and the historical landscape of regions like Rohtak.