The writer of Bhuddhacharita, Ashvaghosha, was the court poet of one of the following Kushana rulers
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Kanishka.
Ashvaghosha, the renowned poet and philosopher, was the court poet of Kanishka, one of the greatest rulers of the Kushana dynasty. He composed the famous epic “Buddhacharita”, which narrates the life and teachings of Gautama Buddha in classical Sanskrit verse. Ashvaghosha was also a key figure in the development of Mahayana Buddhism and contributed significantly to Buddhist literature and philosophy. Under Kanishka’s patronage, Buddhism flourished, and Ashvaghosha’s works played a major role in spreading its message.