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Gupta Empire: Founder and Key Facts

The Gupta Empire, founded by Sri Gupta, flourished from 320 to 550 CE and is known for marking the beginning of India's Classical Age. Significant rulers included Samudragupta and Chandragupta II, with notable achievements in science, mathematics, art, and literature, particularly through figures like Aryabhata and Kalidasa. The empire declined due to weak successors, external invasions by the Huns, and internal conflicts.

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Gupta Empire: Founder and Key Facts

The Gupta Empire, founded by Sri Gupta, flourished from 320 to 550 CE and is known for marking the beginning of India's Classical Age. Significant rulers included Samudragupta and Chandragupta II, with notable achievements in science, mathematics, art, and literature, particularly through figures like Aryabhata and Kalidasa. The empire declined due to weak successors, external invasions by the Huns, and internal conflicts.

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"The Gupta Empire" for Class 9 ICSE:

*Q1: Who founded the Gupta Empire?

A1: Sri Gupta.

*Q2: When did the Gupta Empire flourish?

A2: 320-550 CE.

*Q3: Who was the most famous Gupta ruler?

A3: Samudragupta.

*Q4: What was the significance of the Gupta Empire?

A4: It marked the beginning of the Classical Age in India.

*Q5: Who succeeded Samudragupta?


A5: Chandragupta II.

*Q6: What was the capital of the Gupta Empire?


A6: Pataliputra.

*Q7: Who was the last great Gupta ruler?*

A7: Skandagupta.

*Q8: What were the main achievements of the Gupta Empire?

A8: Advances in science, mathematics, art, literature, and trade.

*Q9: Who was the famous astronomer of the Gupta period?

A9: Aryabhata.

*Q10: What was the administrative division of the Gupta Empire?

A10: Provinces (Bhukti), Districts (Vishaya), and Villages (Gramas)

*Founders and Rulers*

_Q11: Who was the founder of the Gupta dynasty?


A11: Sri Gupta.

_Q12: Who was the son of Sri Gupta?

A12: Ghatotkacha.

_Q13: Who was the most famous Gupta ruler?

A13: Samudragupta.

_Q14: Who succeeded Samudragupta?

A14: Chandragupta II.

_Q15: Who was the last great Gupta ruler?

A15: Skandagupta.

*Administration*

_Q16: What was the administrative division of the Gupta Empire?

A16: Provinces (Bhukti), Districts (Vishaya), and Villages (Gramas).

_Q17: Who was the head of the province?_


A17: Governor (Uparika).

_Q18: What was the role of the village council?

A18: Managed local affairs.

*Economy and Trade*

_Q19: What was the main occupation of the people during the Gupta period?

A19: Agriculture.

_Q20: What were the main trade routes during the Gupta period?

A20: Silk Road, Rome-India trade route.

*Culture and Science*


_Q21: Who was the famous astronomer of the Gupta period?

A21: Aryabhata.

_Q22: What was the significance of the Gupta period in Indian science?

A22: Advances in mathematics, astronomy, and medicine.

23: Who was the famous poet of the Gupta period?


A23: Kalidasa.

*Decline of the Gupta Empire*

24: What led to the decline of the Gupta Empire?

A24: Weak successors, external invasions, and internal conflicts.

25: Who invaded India during the Gupta period?

A25: Huns.

26: What was the significance of the Gupta Empire?

A26: Marked the beginning of the Classical Age in India.

27: What were the main features of Gupta art and architecture?

A27: Development of temple architecture, sculptures, and paintings.

28: What was the status of women during the Gupta period?

A28: Generally respected, but limited education and property rights.

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