Beginning of Gupta’s – Source of Information MCQs with Explanations
About the Topic: Beginning of the Gupta Empire covers the origin of the Gupta dynasty and the historical sources used to study its early history. Practice MCQ Questions with answers and explanations for UPSC preparation.
Which dynasty was distracted the most by the Hunas invasion?
Correct Answer:
(C) Gupta
The first invasion of Hunas took place during the reign of Skandagupta and Hunas were comprehensively defeated by him. This invasion was just like a raid, and there was not lasting impact on India, but this invasion intensified the decline of the Gupta Empire. Hunas annexed many regions of the north-west in the transition period of 5th-6th centuries after the death of Skandagupta.
Ques: 2
From which inscription it is known that Skandagupta defeated Hunas?
Correct Answer:
(A) Bhitari Pillar Inscription
Bhitari Pillar inscription is found at the place known as Bhitari in Saidpur tehsil of district Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh. The description of the war between Skandagupta and Hunas is mentioned in Bhitari Pillar inscription. It is noteworthy that the first Indian invasion of Hunas took place during the reign of Skandagupta in which Hunas were badly defeated by Skandagupta.
Ques: 3
The iron column, located in the courtyard of Delhi’s Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque is retention of –
Correct Answer:
(B) Chandra
Mehrauli Iron Pillar inscription’ acquired from Mehrauli in Delhi is located near Qutub Minar at present. It describes a king named “Chandra” which is assumed as Chandragupta II of Gupta clan. According to recognition, the Mehrauli iron pillar was situated at Vishnugiri near Udaigiri Hills during the period of Chandragupta II around 410 AD. Chandragupta II was the devotee of Lord Vishnu. He constructed this iron pillar in respect of Lord Vishnu. Emblem bearer of Lord Vishnu ‘Garuda” was engraved on the apex of the pillar.
Ques: 4
Who among the following Gupta Kings had another name Devagupta ?
Correct Answer:
(B) Chandragupta- II
Another name of Gupta ruler Chandragupta-II ‘Vikramaditya’ is found as Devagupta. Its evidence has been obtained from Sanchi and Vakataka inscriptions. Apart from the above- mentioned names, he is also known as Devaraja and Devashri.
Ques: 5
Who is known as the Napoleon of India?
Correct Answer:
(D)
Samudragupta
Historian A.V. Smith in his composition ‘Early History of India’ called Samudragupta (335-375 AD) of Gupta dynasty as ‘Napoleon of India’ for his great military conquests.
Ques: 6
Gupta dynasty ruled during:
Correct Answer:
(A) 319-500 A.D.
Gupta dynasty ruled during 275-550 AD. This dynasty was established by King Srigupta around 275 AD., but the first powerful ruler of Gupta dynasty was Chandragupta I who ruled during 319-335 AD. He has held the title of ‘Maharajadhiraja’ (in contradiction to his predecessors) to show his importance. So, option (a) is the most accurate answer.