Correct option is A
The thinkers and their associated books or subjects are matched as follows:
1.
A. Bharat Muni → IV. Natya Shastra:
· Bharat Muni is the author of the
Natya Shastra, a seminal text on Indian performing arts, particularly drama, music, and dance.
2.
B. Patanjali → II. Mahabhashya:
· Patanjali authored the
Mahabhashya, a major commentary on Panini's
Ashtadhyayi and an important work on Sanskrit grammar.
3.
C. Vagbhata → I. Ashtanga Sangraha:
· Vagbhata was a prominent Ayurvedic physician who wrote the
Ashtanga Sangraha, which systematically covers the eight branches of Ayurveda.
4.
D. Brahmagupta → III. Brahmasphuta Siddhanta:
· Brahmagupta, a renowned mathematician and astronomer, wrote the
Brahmasphuta Siddhanta, a foundational text in mathematics and astronomy that introduced the concept of zero.
Information Booster:
1.
Bharat Muni: Known as the "Father of Indian Dramaturgy," his work
Natya Shastra is considered the foundation of Indian classical arts.
2.
Patanjali: A significant figure in Sanskrit linguistics and yoga philosophy.
3.
Vagbhata: Contributed extensively to Ayurvedic medicine with practical and theoretical knowledge.
4.
Brahmagupta: His works in mathematics and astronomy were pivotal in ancient scientific thought.