Who is the author of the Panchatantra collection of fables?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Vishnu Sharma.
· Vishnu Sharma is traditionally credited as the author of the Panchatantra, one of the most famous collections of fables in the world.
· The stories in the Panchatantra, written in Sanskrit, were designed to impart practical wisdom and life lessons to young princes. These tales often feature animals and use them as characters to teach moral lessons, offering insights into human behavior and governance.
· The Panchatantra consists of five books, each focusing on different aspects of life and governance.
Additional Information:
· Ved Shastri: There is no significant literary work attributed to this name in ancient fable literature.
· Skandagupta: A Gupta dynasty ruler known for his military exploits, not linked to the Panchatantra.
· Vishnu Gupta: Another name for Chanakya (Kautilya), who wrote Arthashastra, but not related to Panchatantra.