The Visuddhimagga, a key Buddhist text, was written by which of the following scholars?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Buddhaghosa
Explanation:
• Visuddhimagga means “Path of Purification”.
• It is a Theravada Buddhist philosophical text.
• The text systematises Buddhist doctrine and meditation.
• Buddhaghosa compiled it in the 5th century CE.
• Hence, Buddhaghosa is the correct answer.
Information Booster:
• Visuddhimagga is written in Pali.
• It is based on earlier Sinhalese commentaries.
Additional Knowledge (Incorrect Options):
• Vasubandhu – Associated with Yogachara school.
• Nagarjuna – Founder of Madhyamaka philosophy.
• Aryadeva – Disciple of Nagarjuna.