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South Indian Kingdoms
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Q63. With reference to the history of ancient India, Bhavabhuti, Hastimalla and Kshemeshvara were famous:

With reference to the history of ancient India, Bhavabhuti, Hastimalla and Kshemeshvara were famous:

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Correct Answer: Option (B) — Playwrights

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  • Option (b) is correct: All three figures were celebrated Sanskrit/Kannada dramatists and playwrights:
    • Bhavabhuti (8th century CE) was a famous Sanskrit dramatist who authored Malatimadhava, Mahaviracharita, and Uttararamacharita.
    • Hastimalla (13th century CE) was a noted Kannada/Sanskrit poet and dramatist in the Hoysala court, author of plays such as Vikrantakaurava and Subhadraharana.
    • Kshemeshvara (10th–11th century CE) was a dramatist who authored plays like Chandakausika and Naisadhananda.
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Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2021 (Q63)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicAncient History → South Indian Kingdoms
Official Answer KeyOption (B) — Playwrights

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The official UPSC answer key for this 2021 Ancient History (South Indian Kingdoms) question is Option (B): "Playwrights". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

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