Q. Who among the following was given the title of “Kaviraja”?

[A] Sri Gupta

[B] Chandra Gupta I

[C] Chandra Gupta II

[D] Samudragupta

Answer: D
Notes:

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

  • Though an ardent follower of Vaishnavism, he also patronized 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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