Religion
Brahmanisim which reasserted itself under the Guptas got further strengthened during this period. Its gradual ascendancy brought about the decline of Buddhism despite the patronage given to it by Harsha which is evident from the account of Hiuen Tsang. But Jainism did not undergo any major changes and it made neither progress nor any decay. Saivism became the main theistic system of this period. But Vaishnavism which was popular during the age of the Guptas was gradually declining during these period. The Vedic ceremonies and rituals once again came to be regarded as inseparable and integral constituents of Brahmanisim and the people practised them on a larger scale.
Interesting facts about Harsha
- At the end of every five years, Harsha used to celebrate a solemn festival in Prayaga named as Prayaga festival.
- Harsha was also known as Siladitya.
- Hieun Tsang wrote book si-yu-ki in which he has mentioned Harsha and his reign
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