R. G. Harshe was a scholar of Sanskrit literature, known for his critical studies and analyses of classical Indian dramatists. His research focused on understanding the lives and literary contributions of seminal figures in Sanskrit drama. In 'Observations on the Life & Works of Bhavabhuti,' published by Meharchand Lakshmandas Publications, Harshe offers a scholarly examination of Bhavabhuti, one of the greatest Sanskrit playwrights after Kalidasa, providing insights into his dramatic works and their significance.