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A newly discovered Gupta coin shows a king playing the veena instead of fighting in battle. This most strongly suggests that the ruler

(A) discouraged music in his kingdom
(B) valued both military strength and cultural pursuits
(C) had no interest in administration
(D) ruled only over musicians

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Samudragupta's veena coins highlight that Gupta rulers encouraged art and learning alongside military achievements.

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Question (12)

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A researcher wants evidence that the Guptas respected religious diversity despite being devotees of Viṣhṇu. Which finding would best support this?

(A) They banned all other faiths.
(B) They patronised Buddhist institutions like Nālandā.
(C) They destroyed Buddhist monasteries.
(D) They permitted worship of only one deity.

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Although Gupta rulers were followers of Viṣhṇu, they also supported Buddhist institutions and other traditions.

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Question (13)

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During the Gupta period, a physician preparing medicines and studying surgical techniques would most likely refer to

(A) Meghadūtam only
(B) Charaka Saṃhitā and Suśhruta Saṃhitā
(C) Prayāga Praśhasti
(D) Āryabhaṭīya only

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

These Ayurvedic texts dealt with diseases, medicines, surgery and healthy living.

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A traveller visits Ajanta Caves and Udayagiri Caves during the Gupta period. Which common feature would he most likely observe?

(A) Both reflect the flourishing of art and craftsmanship.
(B) Both served only as military forts.
(C) Both were built as royal palaces.
(D) Both were centres for minting coins.

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

The Gupta period witnessed remarkable achievements in cave architecture, sculpture and paintings.

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Which sequence correctly shows the logical chain that helped make the Gupta period culturally prosperous?

(A) Political stability → Strong economy → Patronage of scholars and artists → Cultural achievements
(B) Foreign invasions → Economic decline → Growth of literature
(C) Weak administration → Prosperity → Scientific progress
(D) Frequent rebellions → Stable government → Peace

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

Peace and stability strengthened the economy, enabling rulers to support learning, science and the arts.

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Question (16)

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If a governor in a distant Gupta province refused to collect taxes or maintain records of land grants, which aspect of governance would be affected most immediately?

(A) Accurate administration of the province
(B) Movement of planets
(C) Preparation of Ayurvedic medicines
(D) Composition of Sanskrit poetry

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

Land grants and tax collection formed an important part of Gupta administration.

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The repeated invasions of the Hūṇas weakened the Gupta Empire mainly because they

(A) increased trade with China
(B) strengthened central authority
(C) reduced the empire's political control and stability
(D) encouraged more temple construction

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

External invasions, along with internal conflicts, contributed to the decline of the Gupta Empire.

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Question (18)

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Which situation best reflects the relationship between Samudragupta and some defeated kingdoms?

(A) Every defeated kingdom became a directly governed province.
(B) Defeated rulers often continued to rule after accepting Gupta supremacy and paying tribute.
(C) Every defeated ruler was permanently imprisoned.
(D) All conquered kingdoms became independent immediately.

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Samudragupta frequently allowed defeated rulers to retain their kingdoms as tributary states.

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Question (19)

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A student concludes that the Gupta Empire was important only because it expanded its territory. Which fact best challenges this conclusion?

(A) The Guptas also encouraged developments in science, mathematics, literature, medicine and art.
(B) They ruled for only a few years.
(C) They avoided trade completely.
(D) They never built temples.

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

The Gupta legacy extends far beyond military success to major cultural and scientific achievements.

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Question (20)

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Which statement best summarises the lasting legacy of the Gupta period?

(A) It is remembered mainly because all neighbouring kingdoms disappeared.
(B) Its achievements in governance, science, literature, art and culture influenced later generations for centuries.
(C) It introduced agriculture to India for the first time.
(D) It ended all regional kingdoms permanently.

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

The Gupta period left a lasting impact through advances in administration, literature, mathematics, astronomy, medicine, metallurgy, art and architecture, making it one of the most influential periods in Indian history.

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A newly discovered Gupta coin shows a king playing the veena instead of fighting in battle. This most strongly suggests that the ruler

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Question (12)

A researcher wants evidence that the Guptas respected religious diversity despite being devotees of Viṣhṇu. Which finding would best support this?

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Question (13)

During the Gupta period, a physician preparing medicines and studying surgical techniques would most likely refer to

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Question (14)

A traveller visits Ajanta Caves and Udayagiri Caves during the Gupta period. Which common feature would he most likely observe?

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Question (15)

Which sequence correctly shows the logical chain that helped make the Gupta period culturally prosperous?

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Question (16)

If a governor in a distant Gupta province refused to collect taxes or maintain records of land grants, which aspect of governance would be affected most immediately?

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Question (17)

The repeated invasions of the Hūṇas weakened the Gupta Empire mainly because they

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Question (18)

Which situation best reflects the relationship between Samudragupta and some defeated kingdoms?

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Question (19)

A student concludes that the Gupta Empire was important only because it expanded its territory. Which fact best challenges this conclusion?

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Question (20)

Which statement best summarises the lasting legacy of the Gupta period?

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