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What period is often referred to as the 'Golden Age' of Indian history? |
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 The Gupta Empire |
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Which Chinese pilgrim visited India during the reign of Chandragupta II? |
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 Fa-hien |
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True or False: The Gupta Empire was larger than the Mauryan Empire. |
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False. The Gupta Empire was smaller than the Mauryan Empire. |
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Fill in the blank: The educational institution founded by Sakraditya in the Gupta Period is known as ______. |
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 Nalanda University |
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Who is known as the 'Napoleon of India' for his military conquests during the Gupta period? |
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 Samudragupta |
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Riddle: I am a famous Indian mathematician who wrote about the Earth revolving around the Sun. Who am I? |
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 Aryabhatta |
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Which inscription contains a eulogy praising Samudragupta and lists conquered kingdoms? |
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Allahabad Pillar inscription |
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Fill in the blank: The Gupta kings practiced a ______ style of monarchy, where the king was seen as divine. |
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 Strong |
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True or False: The caste system during the Gupta Period was flexible and allowed for social mobility. |
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False. The caste system was rigid with defined roles. |
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What was the main source of income for the Gupta Empire as noted by Hiuen Tsang? |
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 Land revenue |
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Which Gupta ruler is known for defeating the Sakas and expanding trade routes? |
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 Chandragupta II (Vikramaditya) |
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Riddle: I am a structure built in stone and adorned with carvings, often a place of worship in the Gupta Empire. What am I? |
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 Temple |
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Fill in the blank: The Gupta Empire's administration was highly ______, with the emperor retaining control over various domains. |
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 Centralized |
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Which literary work depicts the life of Chandragupta and is authored by Vishakhadatta? |
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 Mudrarakshasa |
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True or False: Art and architecture during the Gupta period included the construction of stupas and viharas. |
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 True |
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Who wrote the 'Brahma Sphutic Siddhanta' which described concepts of gravity? |
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 Brahmagupta |
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Fill in the blank: The Gupta period is characterized by remarkable advancements in ______, including mathematics and astronomy. |
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 Science |
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What material was the non-rusting Iron Pillar at Mehrauli made of, showcasing Gupta metallurgy? |
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 Iron |
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Riddle: I am a collection of moral stories written in Sanskrit, often featuring animals. What am I? |
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 Panchtantra |
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What was the primary focus of the literary arts during the Gupta period? |
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 Poetry and dramatic works |
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