Correct Answer: (C) Vikramaditya
Notes: Chandragupta II is best known by the title “Vikramaditya”, meaning “Sun of Valour” or “Brave Hero.” He adopted this title after defeating the Western Kshatrapas (Shakas). His reign marked the peak of Gupta political power and cultural development.

Correct Answer: (C) Fa-Hien
Notes: Fa-Hien, a Chinese Buddhist pilgrim, visited India between 399 CE and 414 CE during the reign of Chandragupta II. He collected Buddhist manuscripts and recorded valuable information about Indian society, administration, religion, and economy.

Correct Answer: (C) Western Kshatrapas
Notes: Chandragupta II’s greatest military achievement was the defeat of the Western Kshatrapas (Shakas). This victory brought Gujarat and western trade routes under Gupta control, increasing the empire’s prosperity.

Correct Answer: (B) Ujjain
Notes: After conquering western India, Chandragupta II developed Ujjain as an important administrative and commercial center. It served as the second capital of the Gupta Empire and was strategically located on major trade routes.

Correct Answer: (C) Kumaragupta I
Notes: Kumaragupta I succeeded Chandragupta II and ruled for nearly four decades. His reign was marked by political stability, prosperity, and encouragement of education and culture.

Correct Answer: (B) Nalanda
Notes: Kumaragupta I is traditionally credited with founding Nalanda University, which later became one of the world’s greatest centers of learning. Students from across Asia came here to study various disciplines.

Correct Answer: (C) Garuda
Notes: Garuda, the divine vehicle of Lord Vishnu, was the royal emblem of the Gupta Dynasty. It frequently appears on Gupta coins, seals, and inscriptions.

Correct Answer: (C) Kumaragupta I
Notes: The Hunas began threatening the northwestern frontiers during the later years of Kumaragupta I. Although the invasion started in his reign, the major resistance was organized by Skandagupta.

Correct Answer: (B) Skandagupta
Notes: Skandagupta successfully defeated the Hunas and protected the Gupta Empire from their invasions. However, the prolonged wars placed a heavy burden on the imperial treasury and weakened the empire.

Correct Answer: (C) Skandagupta
Notes: The Junagadh Inscription of Skandagupta records the repair of the Sudarshana Lake in Gujarat after severe flood damage. It provides valuable information about Gupta administration and public welfare measures.