The decline of the Gupta Empire started during the reign of Skandagupta.
Skandagupta’s empire was drained of finances and resources because of his retaliating behaviour.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct Answer:
(C)
Both 1 and 2
Decline of the Gupta Empire
The decline of the Gupta Empire started during the reign of Skandagupta. Skandagupta was the grandson of Chandragupta II. Skandagupta’s empire was drained of finances and resources because of his retaliating behaviour.
The last king of the Gupta Empire that was recognized was Vishnugupta. Vishnugupta reigned from 540 to 550 AD.
There were a lot of Internal conflicts and dissensions among the royal family that led to their weakening.
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22
The first inscriptional evidence of the Satipratha has been found from –
Correct Answer:
(A)
Eran
The first evidence of ‘Satipratha’ has been found from the inscription of Eran. This inscription belongs to 510AD in which practice of Satipratha has been mentioned for a lady who was the wife of war commander named ‘Gopraj.’
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23
With reference to the Gupta empire, consider the following statements:
Prakrit was the official language.
The period saw the last phase of Smriti literature.
Vasubandhu wrote Buddhist texts.
How many of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct Answer:
(B)
Only two
Statement 1 is incorrect: Sanskrit was the official language.
Statement 2 is correct: The period saw the last phase of Smriti literature.
Smritis: Religious texts covering ethics, politics, culture and art.
‘Mahabhashya’: Written by Patanjali.
‘Amarkosa’: Written by Amarsimha
Statement 3 is correct: Vasubandhu wrote Buddhist texts.
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24
Consider the following statements regarding Literary sources of information about the Gupta period:
1. 'Shakuntala' and 'Meghaduta', provide insights into the culture and society of the time.
2. Aryabhata's astronomical texts highlight advancements in science and mathematics.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct Answer:
(C)
Both 1 and 2
Kalidasa's works, particularly "Shakuntala" and "Meghaduta," provide valuable insights into the cultural and social norms of the Gupta period. These works offer glimpses into marriage practices, love, and the interactions between different social classes.
Aryabhata's work, particularly his astronomical texts like the Aryabhatiya, significantly advanced both science and mathematics. He developed a system for expressing large numbers, made accurate calculations of pi, and introduced key trigonometric concepts. He also proposed that the Earth rotates on its axis and revolves around the sun, and accurately predicted eclipses. His contributions were influential in India and beyond, and his work laid the foundation for later developments in mathematics and astronomy.
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25
Consider the following statements:
1. Gupta coins are significant for understanding the economy and political structure.
2. Numerous inscriptions from the Gupta period have been found on pillars and stones, but not on coins.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct Answer:
(A)
1 only
Coins: Gupta coins are significant for understanding the economy and political structure. They often feature images of rulers and deities, providing insights into the art and religion of the time.
Inscriptions: Numerous inscriptions from the Gupta period have been found on pillars, stones, and coins. The most famous is the Allahabad Pillar inscription, which details the achievements of Emperor Samudragupta.
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26
Which of the following is/ are the sources of information about the Gupta Period?
1. Puranas
2. Rajatarangini
3. Mudhrakshasam
4. Hathigumpha inscription
5. Mehrauli Iron Pillar Inscription
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Correct Answer:
(B)
1, 3 and 5 only
Information about the Gupta period is available from both archaeological and literary sources. The most important archaeological source of the Gupta period is the Allahabad Pillar inscription. It also gives the details of Samudragupta’s military expeditions.
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27
With reference to the Gupta empire, consider the following statements:
Samudragupta practiced Vaishnavism.
Chandragupta II built a monastery in Gaya on the request of Meghavarman, the Sri Lankan ruler.
Harisena was the court scholar of Samudragupta.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Correct Answer:
(B)
Only two
Statement 1 is correct: Samudragupta practiced Vaishnavism. Historical site, Eran in Madhya Pradesh, there have been recovered sculptures of Vaishnava deities in the form of Narasimha, two Varahas and one free-standing pillar depicting Vishnu’s vahana Garuda. The first Varaha was made during the time of Samudragupta. He performed Ashvamedha.
Statement 2 is incorrect: Samudragupta built a monastery in Gaya on the request of Meghavarman, the Sri Lankan ruler.
Statement 3 is correct: Harisena was the court scholar of Samudragupta. Samudragupta gave patronage to Vasubandhu, the great Buddhist scholar.
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28
In the context of ancient Indian history, consider the following statements:
Chandragupta I, who was the first ruler of the Gupta dynasty married Kumaradevi, a Lichchavi prince.
Lichchavi was an old, established gana-sangha and its territory lay between the Ganges and the Nepal Terai.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct Answer:
(B)
2 only
Statement 1 is incorrect: The Gupta kings seem to have risen from modest origins. Chandragupta I, who was the third ruler of the Gupta dynasty married Kumaradevi, a Lichchavi prince.
The marriage is mentioned in the records of his successors with pride indicating that that royal connection would have contributed to the rise of Guptas.
Statement 2 is correct: Lichchhavi was an old, established gana-sangha and its territory lay between the Ganges and the Nepal Terai in today's Muzaffarpur district of Bihar. The mother of Mahavira was a Lichchhavi princess. Buddha visited this city. The second Buddhist council was held here.
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29
Who was the first ruler of the gupta dynasty who claimed the title of Maharajadhiraja?
Correct Answer:
(B)
Chandragupta I
Chandragupta I was a king of the Gupta dynasty who ruled in northern India. He was the first Gupta ruler to adopt the grand title of Maharajadhiraja, a title that also Samudragupta used during his reign
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30
Match List-I with the List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below:
List - I List - II
(Emperor) (Titles)
Ashoka 1. Parakramank
Samudragupta 2. Priyadarsin
Chandragupta-II 3. Kramaditya
Skandgupta 4. Vikramaditya
Code:
A B C D
Correct Answer:
(C)
2 1 4 3
The correctly matched list is as follows –
Ashoka - Priyadarsina
Samudragupta - Parakramanka
Chandragupta-II - Vikramaditya
Skandgupta - Kramaditya