{"id":37589,"date":"2024-04-13T07:09:41","date_gmt":"2024-04-13T07:09:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=37589"},"modified":"2024-04-15T12:42:38","modified_gmt":"2024-04-15T12:42:38","slug":"upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Prelims Topic Wise Questions &#8211; Ancient History &#8211; Gupta Empire and Administration"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-prelims-test-series?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Blog-%20PTS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Prelims-Test-Series-eng-and-hindi-1280\u00d7330.svg\" alt=\"UPSC Prelims Mock Test - ECONOMY 2\" class=\"wp-image-24924\" width=\"779\" height=\"199\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Gupta Empire stands as a beacon of classical Indian civilization, renowned for its administrative prowess and cultural vibrancy. Delving into the annals of ancient history, the Gupta period emerged as a golden age marked by significant advancements in governance, art, and philosophy. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Preliminary Examination meticulously scrutinizes the depth of aspirants&#8217; understanding of this era, probing into its nuanced administrative structures and socio-political dynamics. Through a series of meticulously crafted questions, the UPSC Prelims navigate the corridors of Gupta rule, unraveling the intricacies of its administration, societal structures, and enduring legacies. Embarking on this scholarly journey, aspirants are tasked with unraveling the tapestry of Gupta governance, deciphering its administrative mechanisms, and grasping the essence of an epoch that continues to shape India&#8217;s cultural and political landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e73996caac8\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e73996caac8\"  \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Q1_In_Sanskrit_plays_written_during_the_Gupta_period_women_and_Sudras_speak_1995\" title=\"Q1. In Sanskrit plays written during the Gupta period women and Sudras speak (1995)\">Q1. In Sanskrit plays written during the Gupta period women and Sudras speak (1995)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Ans_b\" title=\"Ans. (b)\">Ans. (b)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Q2_Who_among_the_following_anticipated_Newton_by_declaring_that_all_things_gravitate_to_Earth_1995\" title=\"Q2. Who among the following anticipated Newton by declaring that all things gravitate to Earth? (1995)\">Q2. Who among the following anticipated Newton by declaring that all things gravitate to Earth? (1995)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Ans_d\" title=\"Ans. (d)\">Ans. (d)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Q3_Zero_was_invented_by_1995\" title=\"Q3. Zero was invented by (1995)\">Q3. Zero was invented by (1995)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Ans_d-2\" title=\"Ans. (d)\">Ans. (d)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Q4_Who_among_the_following_is_known_for_his_work_on_medicine_during_the_Gupta_period\" title=\"Q4. Who among the following is known for his work on medicine during the Gupta period?\">Q4. Who among the following is known for his work on medicine during the Gupta period?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Ans_d-3\" title=\"Ans. (d)\">Ans. (d)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Q5_Match_List_I_with_List_II_and_select_the_correct_answer_using_the_codes_given_below_the_lists\" title=\"Q5. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists.\">Q5. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Ans_c\" title=\"Ans. (c)\">Ans. (c)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Q6_The_silver_coins_issued_by_the_Guptas_were_called_1997\" title=\"Q6. The silver coins issued by the Guptas were called (1997)\">Q6. The silver coins issued by the Guptas were called (1997)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Ans_a\" title=\"Ans. (a)\">Ans. (a)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Q7_Which_one_of_the_following_ports_handled_the_North_Indian_trade_during_the_Gupta_period\" title=\"Q7. Which one of the following ports handled the North Indian trade during the Gupta period?\">Q7. Which one of the following ports handled the North Indian trade during the Gupta period?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Ans_a-2\" title=\"Ans. (a)\">Ans. (a)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Q8_Assertion_A_The_origin_of_feudal_system_in_ancient_India_can_be_traced_to_military_campaigns\" title=\"Q8. Assertion (A) The origin of feudal system in ancient India can be traced to military campaigns.\">Q8. Assertion (A) The origin of feudal system in ancient India can be traced to military campaigns.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Reason_R_There_was_considerable_expansion_of_the_feudal_system_during_the_Gupta_period_2000\" title=\"Reason (R) There was considerable expansion of the feudal system during the Gupta period. (2000)\">Reason (R) There was considerable expansion of the feudal system during the Gupta period. (2000)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Ans_a-3\" title=\"Ans. (a)\">Ans. (a)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Q9_With_reference_to_forced_labour_Vishti_in_India_during_the_Gupta_period_which_one_of_the_following_statements_is_correct_2019\" title=\"Q9. With reference to forced labour (Vishti) in India during the Gupta period, which one of the following statements is correct? (2019)\">Q9. With reference to forced labour (Vishti) in India during the Gupta period, which one of the following statements is correct? (2019)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Ans_a-4\" title=\"Ans. (a)\">Ans. (a)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Q10_With_reference_to_the_period_of_Gupta_dynasty_in_ancient_India_the_towns_Ghantasala_Kadura_and_Chaul_were_well-known_as_2020\" title=\"Q10. With reference to the period of Gupta dynasty in ancient India, the towns Ghantasala, Kadura and Chaul were well-known as (2020)\">Q10. With reference to the period of Gupta dynasty in ancient India, the towns Ghantasala, Kadura and Chaul were well-known as (2020)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Ans_a-5\" title=\"Ans. (a)\">Ans. (a)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#FAQs\" title=\"FAQs\">FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Q_What_was_the_significance_of_the_Gupta_Empire_in_Indian_history\" title=\"Q: What was the significance of the Gupta Empire in Indian history?\">Q: What was the significance of the Gupta Empire in Indian history?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Q_Who_were_the_notable_rulers_of_the_Gupta_Empire_and_what_were_their_contributions\" title=\"Q: Who were the notable rulers of the Gupta Empire, and what were their contributions?\">Q: Who were the notable rulers of the Gupta Empire, and what were their contributions?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Q_What_was_the_administrative_structure_of_the_Gupta_Empire\" title=\"Q: What was the administrative structure of the Gupta Empire?\">Q: What was the administrative structure of the Gupta Empire?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Q_What_were_the_economic_achievements_of_the_Gupta_Empire\" title=\"Q: What were the economic achievements of the Gupta Empire?\">Q: What were the economic achievements of the Gupta Empire?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Q_What_were_the_cultural_and_intellectual_achievements_during_the_Gupta_period\" title=\"Q: What were the cultural and intellectual achievements during the Gupta period?\">Q: What were the cultural and intellectual achievements during the Gupta period?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-ancient-history-gupta-empire-and-administration\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q1_In_Sanskrit_plays_written_during_the_Gupta_period_women_and_Sudras_speak_1995\"><\/span>Q1. In Sanskrit plays written during the Gupta period women and Sudras speak (1995)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Sanskrit <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Prakrit <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Pali<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Sauraseni<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_b\"><\/span>Ans. (b) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In Sanskrit dramas of the Gupta era, women and Sudras communicate in Prakrit. Andrew Ollett, an American scholar, suggests that Sanskrit poetry, known as Kavya, finds its roots in Prakrit verses. He notes that Prakrit, aside from being the dominant language in many texts, is also portrayed as the speech of common folk and the majority of women in Sanskrit theatrical performances. In ancient India, Prakrit languages were deemed socially inferior to Sanskrit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q2_Who_among_the_following_anticipated_Newton_by_declaring_that_all_things_gravitate_to_Earth_1995\"><\/span>Q2. Who among the following anticipated Newton by declaring that all things gravitate to Earth? (1995) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Aryabhatta <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Varahamihira <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Buddhagupta<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Brahmagupta<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_d\"><\/span>Ans. (d) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Brahmagupta, an Indian mathematician and astronomer, predates Newton in proposing that all objects are drawn towards Earth. His notable contributions include the &#8216;Brahmagupta Siddhanta&#8217;, a theoretical work, and the &#8216;Khandakhadyaka&#8217;, a more pragmatic text. He stands as the pioneer in providing the formula for calculating the area of a cyclic quadrilateral.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q3_Zero_was_invented_by_1995\"><\/span>Q3. Zero was invented by (1995)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Aryabhatta <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Varahamihira <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Bhaskara I <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) an unknown Indian<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_d-2\"><\/span>Ans. (d)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>An anonymous Indian intellect pioneered the concept of zero. The decimal system is among ancient India&#8217;s paramount contributions to civilization, which encompasses the groundbreaking invention of the numeral zero.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q4_Who_among_the_following_is_known_for_his_work_on_medicine_during_the_Gupta_period\"><\/span>Q4. Who among the following is known for his work on medicine during the Gupta period? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Saumilla <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Sudraka <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Shaunaka <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Susrutha <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_d-3\"><\/span>Ans. (d)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Susrutha gained renown for his medical contributions during the Gupta era, notably through his seminal text, the &#8216;Susrutha Samitha&#8217;. Active in the 5th century BC, he was acclaimed as the foremost surgeon of his time. Regarded as the pioneer of Indian surgery, he is hailed as the Father of Indian Medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q5_Match_List_I_with_List_II_and_select_the_correct_answer_using_the_codes_given_below_the_lists\"><\/span>Q5. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists. <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>List I  List II (1996)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A. Vishakhadatta 1. Medicine <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>B. Varahamihira  2. Drama <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>C. Charaka  3. Astronomy <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>D Brahmagupta 4. Mathematics <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Codes <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ABCD <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) 1 3 4 2 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) 2 1 3 4 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) 2 3 1 4 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) 3 4 1 2 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_c\"><\/span>Ans. (c)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The correct pairings are A-2, B-3, C-1, D-4. Vishakhadatta, a renowned Sanskrit poet and playwright, followed in the footsteps of Mahakavi Kalidasa. He penned two notable plays, &#8220;Mudrarakshasa&#8221; and &#8220;Devichandragupta.&#8221; Varahamihira, an Indian philosopher and astronomer, is renowned for his work &#8220;Pancha-Siddhantika,&#8221; a synthesis of Greek, Egyptian, Roman, and Indian astronomy. Charaka, a significant figure in Ayurveda, an ancient Indian system of medicine and lifestyle, authored the &#8220;Charaka Samhita.&#8221; Brahmagupta, an Indian mathematician, is known for his seminal works &#8220;Brahmasphuta Siddhanta&#8221; and &#8220;Khandakhadyaka.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-csat?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Blog+CSAT\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-6-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42381 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-6-1.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-6-1-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-6-1-585x137.png 585w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1280px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1280\/300;\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q6_The_silver_coins_issued_by_the_Guptas_were_called_1997\"><\/span>Q6. The silver coins issued by the Guptas were called (1997)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Rupaka <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Karshapana <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Dinaras <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Pana<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_a\"><\/span>Ans. (a) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Guptas coined silver currency known as Rupaka, modeled after the Sakas of Ujjaini, with a weight ranging from 32 to 36 grains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q7_Which_one_of_the_following_ports_handled_the_North_Indian_trade_during_the_Gupta_period\"><\/span>Q7. Which one of the following ports handled the North Indian trade during the Gupta period? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Tamralipti <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Broach <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Kalyan <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Cambay <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_a-2\"><\/span>Ans. (a)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>During the Gupta era, Tamralipti port served as a pivotal hub for North Indian trade. Historians believe it served as the southern terminus of the Mauryan trade route, extending to the South and Southeast regions. Situated near the Rupnarayana river, Tamralipti was an ancient city on the Bay of Bengal, reminiscent of Tamluk in present-day India. It stood as a significant urban center for trade and commerce in ancient India. Additionally, other ports like Broach, Kalyan, and Cambay held prominence during that period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q8_Assertion_A_The_origin_of_feudal_system_in_ancient_India_can_be_traced_to_military_campaigns\"><\/span>Q8. Assertion (A) The origin of feudal system in ancient India can be traced to military campaigns. <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reason_R_There_was_considerable_expansion_of_the_feudal_system_during_the_Gupta_period_2000\"><\/span>Reason (R) There was considerable expansion of the feudal system during the Gupta period. (2000)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Codes <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A . <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) A is true, but R is false. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) A is false, but R is true. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_a-3\"><\/span>Ans. (a)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Both A and R are true. The origin of the feudal system in ancient India can be traced to military campaigns because the feudal lords provided military help to the king during the war. There was considerable expansion of the feudal system during the Gupta period. Feudal armies consisted of a core of highly skilled knights and their household troops, mercenaries hired for the time of the campaign, and feudal levies fulfilling their feudal obligations. Additionally, the term &#8216;Samanta&#8217; (Feudal lord) came to be applied to those granted land or to subjugated feudatory rulers during this period. R is the correct explanation of A.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q9_With_reference_to_forced_labour_Vishti_in_India_during_the_Gupta_period_which_one_of_the_following_statements_is_correct_2019\"><\/span>Q9. With reference to forced labour (Vishti) in India during the Gupta period, which one of the following statements is correct? (2019) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) It was considered a source of income for the state, a sort of tax paid by the people <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) It was totally absent in the Madhya Pradesh and Kathiawar regions of the Gupta Empire <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) The forced labourer was entitled to weekly wages <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) The eldest son of the labourer was sent as the forced labourer <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_a-4\"><\/span>Ans. (a)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Statement (a) accurately describes forced labor (Vishti) in India during the Gupta period. Vishti was regarded as a revenue-generating mechanism for the state, akin to a tax levied on the populace. Throughout the Gupta era, villagers were compelled to engage in Vishti, contributing labor to support the needs of the royal army and administration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q10_With_reference_to_the_period_of_Gupta_dynasty_in_ancient_India_the_towns_Ghantasala_Kadura_and_Chaul_were_well-known_as_2020\"><\/span>Q10. With reference to the period of Gupta dynasty in ancient India, the towns Ghantasala, Kadura and Chaul were well-known as (2020) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) ports handling foreign trade <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) capitals of powerful kingdoms <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) places of exquisite stone art and architecture <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) important Buddhist pilgrimage centres <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_a-5\"><\/span>Ans. (a)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>During the Gupta dynasty in ancient India, the towns of Ghantasala, Kadura, and Chaul gained prominence as bustling ports managing foreign trade. The ports of the Gupta era can be categorized into two regions: On the East Coast, Tamralipti, Ghantasala, and Kadura facilitated trade between North India and South-East Asia. On the West Coast, Broach, Chaul, Kalyan, and Cambay engaged in commerce with the Roman Empire and West Asia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_was_the_significance_of_the_Gupta_Empire_in_Indian_history\"><\/span>Q: <strong>What was the significance of the Gupta Empire in Indian history?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Gupta Empire, reigning from around 320 to 550 CE, is often called the &#8220;Golden Age&#8221; of ancient India. It witnessed remarkable advancements in art, science, literature, and administration. This era saw the flourishing of Sanskrit literature, the development of the decimal numeral system, and significant contributions to mathematics and astronomy, making it a pivotal period in Indian history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Who_were_the_notable_rulers_of_the_Gupta_Empire_and_what_were_their_contributions\"><\/span>Q: <strong>Who were the notable rulers of the Gupta Empire, and what were their contributions?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Chandragupta I, Samudragupta, and Chandragupta II were among the most renowned Gupta rulers. Chandragupta I laid the foundation of the Gupta Empire. Samudragupta was known for his military conquests and his policy of Dharma, while Chandragupta II, also known as Vikramaditya, fostered a rich cultural and economic environment, epitomizing the Gupta era&#8217;s prosperity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_was_the_administrative_structure_of_the_Gupta_Empire\"><\/span>Q: <strong>What was the administrative structure of the Gupta Empire?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Gupta administration was centralized and efficient. It was divided into provinces or Bhuktis, which were further subdivided into Vishayas or districts. The kingdom was governed by a hierarchy of officials, including governors, ministers, and local administrators. The Gupta rulers maintained a well-organized bureaucracy to ensure effective governance across their vast empire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_were_the_economic_achievements_of_the_Gupta_Empire\"><\/span>Q: <strong>What were the economic achievements of the Gupta Empire?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Gupta period witnessed significant economic prosperity, marked by advancements in trade, agriculture, and craftsmanship. The empire&#8217;s strategic location along trade routes facilitated commerce with foreign lands, leading to the accumulation of wealth. The Gupta rulers encouraged agriculture through land grants and irrigation projects, fostering agricultural productivity. Additionally, the period saw the flourishing of guilds and artisan communities, contributing to the economy&#8217;s vibrancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_were_the_cultural_and_intellectual_achievements_during_the_Gupta_period\"><\/span>Q: <strong>What were the cultural and intellectual achievements during the Gupta period?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Gupta era was a golden age of Indian culture and intellect. It witnessed remarkable advancements in literature, art, architecture, and philosophy. Sanskrit literature flourished, with notable works such as the plays of Kalidasa and the treatises of Aryabhata in mathematics and astronomy. The period also saw the construction of iconic temples and stupas, showcasing exquisite Gupta architecture. 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