Which collection of Buddhist mystical songs was rediscovered by Haraprasad Shastri in the Nepal Royal Court Library and published in 1916?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. The Charyapada
- Step 1: The Charyapada is a collection of songs of realization in the Vajrayana tradition, rediscovered by Haraprasad Shastri in the early 20th century in the Nepal Royal Court Library and published by him in 1916. Answer: The Charyapada. Why not the others: The Srikrishnakirtana, The Gitagovinda and The Mangalkavya collection don't fit.
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