Who among the following was the author of Buddhacharita?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is: (d) Ashvaghosha
· Buddhacharita is an epic poem written by Ashvaghosha, a renowned Sanskrit scholar, poet, and philosopher of ancient India.
· The text narrates the life and teachings of Gautama Buddha, including his journey from princehood to enlightenment.
· Ashvaghosha is considered one of the earliest Indian dramatists and a pioneer in Buddhist literature.
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Jinasena
· Jinasena was a Jain scholar and writer from ancient India.
· He is known for his work "Harivamsa Purana", which is a Jain version of the Harivamsa (the story of Lord Krishna).
· He also co-authored the Adipurana, which narrates the life of the first Tirthankara, Rishabhanatha.
Shudraka
· Shudraka was an ancient Sanskrit playwright and poet.
· He is best known for his play "Mrichchhakatika" (The Little Clay Cart), a romantic and social drama that portrays the life of a merchant, a courtesan, and their struggles in society.
Dandin
· Dandin was a Sanskrit poet and prose writer from South India.
· He is the author of the "Dashakumaracharita" (The Adventures of Ten Princes), which is a prose narrative filled with adventure and romance.
· He also wrote "Kavyadarsa", a treatise on Sanskrit poetics.