With reference to the history of ancient India, Bhavabhuti, Hastimalla and Kshemeshvara were famous
A
Jain monks
B
playwrights
Correct Answer
C
temple architects
D
philosophers
Explanation
Bhavabhuti, Hastimalla, and Kshemeshvara were renowned Sanskrit playwrights known for classic works such as *Uttararamacharita*, *Vikrantakaurava*, and *Chandakaushika* respectively. While Hastimalla was a Jain layman, the group is not classified as Jain monks (Option A) because their primary historical legacy is their contribution to dramatic literature rather than monastic or philosophical leadership. The core concept being tested is the identification of significant literary figures and their specific roles in the cultural history of ancient and early medieval India.
Ancient Indian HistoryAncient Indian Literature & PersonalitiesBhavabhutiHastimallaKshemeshvaraAncient IndiaPlaywrightsSanskrit literature