Chinese traveler Hsuan Tsang was contemporary-

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Answer 1

The Correct answer is Harsh Vardhan.

Key Points

Harsh Vardhan was a prominent Indian ruler in the 7th century.
He ruled over a large part of North India from 606 to 647 CE.
Chinese traveler Xuan Zang, also known as Hsuan Tsang, visited India during his reign.
Xuan Zang documented his travels and described the political, social, and economic conditions of the Indian subcontinent.
Harsh Vardhan was known for his patronage of Buddhism and his efforts to promote peace and learning.
Under his rule, the city of Kanauj became an important center of culture and learning.

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