Q. Consider the following statements about the Gupta Empire:
1.The Prayāga Praśasti describes Samudragupta’s military conquests and his support for art and learning.
2.According to the Viṣṇu Purāṇa, the Gupta Empire extended to southern India and included regions such as Kerala and Tamilakam.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanation:
- The Prayāga Praśasti, authored by Harisena, praises Samudragupta’s military prowess and his patronage of the arts, learning, and trade. It also mentions his depiction as a veena player on his coins.
- The Viṣṇu Purāṇa mentions core Gupta regions like Anugaṅga, Prayāga, Sāketa, and Magadha—primarily in north India. It does not mention southern regions like Kerala or Tamilakam as part of the Gupta Empire.
Source: NCERT and Ancient India – NCERT (R.S.Sharma)
