Question

Match List I with List II regarding Works and their Authors: 

Choose the correct answer from the options given below: 
 

• A. A-II, B-IV, C-I, D-III
• B. A-I, B-II, C-III, D-IV
• C. A-III, B-I, C-IV, D-II
• D. A-IV, B-III, C-II, D-I

Hint:

Panchatantra (Vishnu Sharma) vs. Hitopadesha (Narayana Pandita) is a very frequent confusion. Remember that Hitopadesha came later and Narayana Pandita acknowledges Vishnu Sharma.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
This matching involves didactic literature (animal fables) and devotional hymns (Stotras).

Step 3: Detailed Explanation:
1. Hitopadesha: This collection of fables based on the Panchatantra was authored by Narayanapanditah.
It was written under the patronage of King Dhavalachandra of Bengal.
Matching: A-II.

2. Suryashatakam: This is a collection of 100 verses dedicated to the Sun God.
It was written by Mayurabhatta, the relative/contemporary of Banabhatta.
Matching: B-IV.

3. Panchatantram: The most famous collection of fables for teaching policy ('Niti').
It is traditionally attributed to Vishnusharma.
Matching: C-I.

4. Shivamahimna Stotram: This is a highly popular hymn in praise of Lord Shiva.
Its authorship is attributed to the Gandharva Pushpadantah.
Matching: D-III.

The resulting sequence is A-II, B-IV, C-I, D-III.

Step 4: Final Answer:
The authors matched correctly are A-II, B-IV, C-I, D-III. Hence, Option (A) is correct.