UPSC Prelims 2021·GS1·art-and-culture·performing arts

With reference to the history of ancient India, Bhavabhuti, Hastimalla and Kshemeshvara were famous

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  1. AJain monks
  2. BplaywrightsCorrect
  3. Ctemple architects
  4. Dphilosophers

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Bhavabhuti, Hastimalla, and Kshemeshvara were renowned figures in ancient Indian literature, particularly recognized for their contributions as playwrights. Bhavabhuti was a prominent Sanskrit dramatist and poet of the 8th century CE. His major works include 'Malatimadhava' (a love story), 'Mahaviracharita' (about the life of Rama), and 'Uttararamacharita' (a sequel to Ramayana focusing on Rama's later life). Hastimalla is a less commonly known name but belongs to the tradition of Sanskrit drama. Kshemeshvara, also known as Kshemendra, was a prolific Kashmiri polymath of the 11th century CE. While known for a wide range of works including historical narratives and didactic poetry, he also contributed to dramatic literature, making his inclusion as a playwright appropriate in this context.
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