Q. Who among the following was called “Kaviraja”?
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[A] Sri Gupta

[B] Chandra Gupta I

[C] Samudra Gupta

[D] Chandra Gupta II

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation: Samudragupta patronised scholars and poets like Harisena and thus promoted Sanskrit literature.

  • Though an ardent follower of Vaishnavism, he also patronised the great Buddhist scholar Vasubandhu.
  • As a lover of poetry and music, he was given the title “Kaviraja”. His coins bear the insignia of him playing the vina (lute).

Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT

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