What was the period of Harshavardhana's reign?

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The correct answer is 606 CE to 647 CE.Key Points

Harshavardhana was a ruler of the Indian subcontinent who ruled from 606 CE to 647 CE.
The period of Harshavardhana's reign is considered to be the golden age of ancient India, as it was marked by significant cultural and intellectual achievements.

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An emperor of Pushyabhuti was Harshavardhana.
He was the younger brother of Rajyavardhana, the king of Thanesar, modern-day Haryana, and the son of Prabhakaravardhana, who had driven out the Alchon Hun invaders.
He ultimately chose Kannauj as his capital, and he ruled there until 647 CE.
When Harsha attempted to extend his empire into the southern peninsula of India, he was routed by Emperor Pulakeshin II of the Chalukya dynasty in the Battle of Narmada.