Q. Whose court had nine jewels or navaratnas, that is, nine eminent people in various fields of art, literature and science?
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[A] Sri Gupta

[B] Chandra Gupta I

[C] Samudra Gupta

[D] Chandra Gupta II

Answer: D
Notes:

Explanation: After establishing himself in eastern and western India, Chandragupta II defeated northern rulers like the Huns, Kambojas and Kiratas.

  • He was a great conqueror and an able administrator as well.
  • His other names (as mentioned in coins) include Vikrama, Devagupta, Devaraja, Simhavikrama, Vikramaditya and Sakari.
  • His court had nine jewels or navaratnas, that is, nine eminent people in various fields of art, literature and science.

Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT

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