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The ancient Tamil epic 'Manimekalai', which has strong Buddhist undertones, is considered a sequel to the epic ________.

  1. Silappatikaram
  2. Civaka Cintamani
  3. Valayapathi
  4. Kundalakesi

Answer: Silappatikaram

'Manimekalai' by Chithalai Chathanar continues the story of the daughter of Kovalan and Madhavi from Ilango Adigal's 'Silappatikaram'.

Topic Regional Literature
Exam Relevance UPSC Prelims, TNPSC
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