1) Historical Context of Sudarshana Lake:
o Sudarshana Lake, built during the reign of the Mauryan Emperor Chandragupta, was later repaired and renovated by Rudradaman I.
o The achievements of Rudradaman I regarding the lake are recorded in an inscription at Girnar (Junagarh), written in chaste Sanskrit.
2) About Rudradaman I:
o A ruler of the Western Satraps (Shaka dynasty), Rudradaman I is celebrated for his administrative and engineering achievements.
o The Girnar inscription is one of the earliest examples of classical Sanskrit used in royal inscriptions.
3) Incorrect Options:
o Rudrasimha III: A later Shaka ruler, not associated with this inscription.
o Chashtana: An earlier Shaka ruler, but not linked to the Sudarshana Lake inscription.
o Maues: A Shaka king, but not connected to the Girnar inscription.
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