Who among the following is known as the ‘Father of Assamese Prose’?

Madhab Kandali
Sankardeva
Bhattadeva
Hem Barua

The correct answer is: A. Madhab Kandali.

Madhab Kandali is known as the ‘Father of Assamese Prose’ because he was the first to write prose in the Assamese language. He is best known for his translation of the Ramayana into Assamese.

Bhattadeva was a 16th-century Assamese saint and poet. He is best known for his devotional songs and hymns.

Sankardeva was a 15th-century Assamese saint and reformer. He is best known for his work in promoting Vaishnavism in Assam.

Hem Barua was a 19th-century Assamese writer and scholar. He is best known for his work in promoting Assamese literature and culture.