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

  1. A.Jain scholars
  2. B.Playwrights
  3. C.Temple architects
  4. D.Philosophers
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: B. Playwrights

Bhavabhuti was a renowned Sanskrit playwright and poet of 8th-century India. Hastimalla and Kshemishvara were also prominent playwrights and poets from later periods of ancient and medieval India, known for their dramatic works. Therefore, they were famous playwrights.

Source: UPSC gs1 2023

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