Who wrote the text Karpuramanjari?

Correct option is D

The Karpuramanjari was authored by Rajasekhara, a renowned Sanskrit poet and dramatist of the 9th–10th century CE. Rajasekhara is celebrated for his contributions to both Sanskrit and Prakrit literature. Karpuramanjari is particularly significant because it was composed in Maharashtri Prakrit and not in Sanskrit, highlighting Rajasekhara’s unique literary flair. The work is a Sattaka (a kind of short play) and is valued for its linguistic purity and artistic expression. Rajasekhara was associated with the Gurjara-Pratihara court and was known for other prominent works like Kavyamimamsa. His literary efforts reflect a deep engagement with classical traditions while also promoting regional languages, setting a precedent for later literary developments in Indian history. He served as the court poet and teacher (Rajaguru) to the Gurjara-Pratihara kings, specifically Mahendrapala I and his son Mahipala.

Notable Works:
Kavyamimamsa: A practical guide for poets (poetics), giving a glimpse into the literary culture of the time.
Viddhashalabhanjika: A four-act drama (Natika).
Balaramayana: A massive play (Mahanataka) depicting the Ramayana.
Balabharata (or Prachandapandava): An incomplete play based on the Mahabharata.

He often refers to his wife, Avantisundari, in his works. She was a Chauhan princess and a scholar whose opinions he quotes with respect in the Kavyamimamsa.

Additional Knowledge 

A) Hemachandra (The "Kalikalasarvajna")
A phenomenal Jain polymath, scholar, and monk from the 12th century. He was known as "the Omniscient of the Kali Age."
Patronage: He adorned the court of the Chaulukya (Solanki) kings of Gujarat—Jayasimha Siddharaja and Kumarapala.
Key Works:
Parishishtaparvan (The Appendix): A vital text for the history of the Mauryas and Chandragupta Maurya’s conversion to Jainism.
Siddha-Hema-Shabdanushasana: A definitive grammar text.
Kumarapalacharita: A biography of King Kumarapala.

B) Krishna Mishra
An 11th-century Sanskrit dramatist.
Patronage: He lived during the reign of the Chandella king Kirtivarman (associated with the Khajuraho region).
Key Work:

Prabodhachandrodaya ("Rise of the Moon of Intellect").
This is a unique allegorical play. The characters are not humans but personifications of abstract concepts like Viveka (Discrimination), Moha (Delusion), and Vidya (Knowledge). It dramatizes the struggle between spiritual wisdom and earthly delusion.

C) Vagbhata
There are two prominent figures named Vagbhata, but in general Indian history/culture contexts, it refers to one of the "Great Three" (Brihat-Trayi) of Ayurveda.
Key Works:
Ashtanga Hridaya and Ashtanga Sangraha: These are foundational medical texts synthesizing the earlier works of Charaka and Sushruta.