The ‘Kannauj assembly’ organised by Harsha was held in honour of
(A) Fahein
(B) I-tsing
(C) Hiuen Tsang
(D) Megasthenes
Correct Answer : Hiuen Tsang
Explanation: The purpose of this assembly was to simplify the doctrines of Mahayanism. It was attended by kings of 18 countries, 3000 Brahmans and Jains, 3000.Buddhist monks of Mahayana and Hinayana sects and 1000 Buddhist monks of Nalanda Vihara. The famous Chinese Traveller, Hiuen Tsang was also-present and presided the assembly.
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