With reference to the history of ancient India, Bhavabhuti, Hastimalla and Kshemeshvara were famous
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Answer: Option 2 — Playwrights
Bhavabhuti, Hastimalla, and Kshemeshvara were renowned playwrights in ancient and early medieval India who contributed significantly to Sanskrit drama. Bhavabhuti (8th century) served in the court of King Yashovarman of Kannauj and wrote famous plays like Malatimadhava and Uttararamacharita. Hastimalla (13th century) was a Jain playwright during the Hoysala period known for works like Vikrantakaurava, while Kshemeshvara (10th century) served King Mahipala of the Pala dynasty and authored plays such as Chandakaushika.
📝 Short Notes: Famous Sanskrit Playwrights of Ancient India
| Playwright | Period | Court/Patronage | Notable Works |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bhavabhuti | 8th century CE | King Yashovarman of Kannauj | Malatimadhava, Mahaviracharita, Uttararamacharita |
| Hastimalla | 13th century CE | Hoysala period (Jain playwright) | Vikrantakaurava, Maithilikalyana, Anjanapavananjaya |
| Kshemeshvara | 10th century CE | King Mahipala (Pala dynasty) | Chandakaushika, Naishadhananda |
| Kalidasa | 4th-5th century CE | Gupta period | Abhijnanasakuntalam, Vikramorvasiyam, Malavikagnimitram |
| Shudraka | 3rd-4th century CE | Gupta period | Mrichchhakatika (The Little Clay Cart) |
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