Who among the following is known for his work on medicine during the Gupta period? [1996] - PMF IAS

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Who among the following is known for his work on medicine during the Gupta period?

Saumilla
Sudraka
Shaunaka
Susrutha

Explanation

Option (d) is correct

Sushruta gained renown for his medical contributions in ancient India through his seminal work, the Sushruta Samhita. Believed to have lived around the 5^th century BCE, he is regarded as one of the greatest surgeons of the ancient world.

Answer: (d) Susrutha