Gupta Period


 
 
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Rise of Gupta Empire :

  • North India came under the rule of several foreign people, such as the Yavanas, Kushans, Sakas, Parthians, etc. They began to settle in north-west India from the first century B.C. onwards.
  • Foreign rulers came to India due to the turbulent condition in central Asia.They adjusted themselves with Indian culture, and introduced some new elements in India.
  • Three big political powers emerged in India between the 1st century B.C. and 3rd century A.D., which played an important stabilising factor over large regions. They were  :  Satavahanas in the Deccan,  Kushanas in the north, and Sakas in the west.
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    The Gupta period has been described as the __________________

    Right Option : A
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    Question : 2

    Ghatotkacha (who ruled in the years 290-305 B.C.) was a king from which dynasty?

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    Question : 3

    Why is the Gupta period often called the 'Golden Age' of Indian history?

    Right Option : C
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