Chandragupta ll Flashcards
(26 cards)
Who was Chandragupta II?
Chandragupta II was a ruler of the Gupta Empire in ancient India, known for his military conquests and cultural achievements.
What is another name for Chandragupta II?
Chandragupta II is also known as Vikramaditya.
True or False: Chandragupta II ruled during the 4th century CE.
True.
Which dynasty did Chandragupta II belong to?
He belonged to the Gupta dynasty.
What was one of the major achievements of Chandragupta II?
He expanded the Gupta Empire significantly.
Fill in the blank: Chandragupta II established his capital at ______.
Pataliputra.
Which famous literary figure flourished during the reign of Chandragupta II?
Kalidasa.
What was the significance of the period during Chandragupta II’s reign?
It is often referred to as the Golden Age of India due to advancements in arts, science, and literature.
True or False: Chandragupta II was known for his contributions to mathematics.
True.
What was the relationship between Chandragupta II and the Western Kshatrapas?
Chandragupta II defeated the Western Kshatrapas and expanded his empire to include their territories.
What title was Chandragupta II known by that reflects his military prowess?
He was known as ‘Vikramaditya’, meaning ‘Sun of Power’.
Which religion flourished under Chandragupta II’s rule?
Hinduism.
Fill in the blank: Chandragupta II’s reign is known for its advancements in ______.
art and culture.
What was the role of the Gupta Empire in trade during Chandragupta II’s time?
The Gupta Empire was a major center for trade, connecting India with other parts of Asia and the Mediterranean.
Which famous astronomer and mathematician is associated with Chandragupta II’s court?
Aryabhata.
What type of governance did Chandragupta II implement?
A centralized form of governance with a strong bureaucracy.
True or False: Chandragupta II was instrumental in the spread of Buddhism.
False; he was more associated with the promotion of Hinduism.
What is one reason Chandragupta II is celebrated in Indian history?
His establishment of a prosperous and culturally rich empire.
Fill in the blank: The era of Chandragupta II is marked by significant progress in ______.
science and philosophy.
What was Chandragupta II’s approach towards foreign policy?
He engaged in diplomacy and strategic marriages to strengthen his empire.
Which famous text was likely composed during the reign of Chandragupta II?
The ‘Shakuntala’ by Kalidasa.
True or False: Chandragupta II was known for his tolerance of different religions.
True.
What was the impact of Chandragupta II on Indian architecture?
His reign saw the construction of magnificent temples and monuments.
Fill in the blank: Chandragupta II’s reign is often considered the peak of the ______ Empire.
Gupta.
