What Indian empire is known for ruling during India's Classical Golden Age?

• The Mauryan Empire

• The Gupta Empire

• The Kushan Empire

• The Vakataka Empire

Which of these religions saw important changes and growth during the Gupta Dynasty?

• Christianity and Islam

• Sikhism and Zoroastrianism

• Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism

• Ancient Egyptian and Roman religions

How do historians learn about the Gupta Empire?

• Through old stories passed down by word of mouth

• By studying literary writings and things found by archaeologists

• From letters written by foreign travelers and government reports

• Using ancient maps and looking at the stars

Who was the founder of the Gupta Empire?

• Chandragupta Maurya

• Samudragupta I

• Sri Gupta

• Chandragupta I

What important information does the Allahabad inscription provide about Samudragupta?

• It describes his daily life as a common person.

• It showcases his military victories and his image as a powerful ruler.

• It details the trade routes he established with other empires.

• It lists the different types of crops grown during his reign.

What was Chandragupta II known for during his rule?

• He was known for building many new cities.

• He was a patron of poets and expanded cultural achievements.

• He focused only on military conquests and ignored arts.

• He introduced a new currency system across the empire.

How did Gupta rulers generally approach different religions within their empire?

• They only supported one main religion.

• They often provided equal support to all diverse faiths.

• They forced everyone to follow the ruler's religion.

• They banned all religions except their own.

How did the Gupta Empire often make alliances with other kingdoms?

• Through trade agreements.

• By marrying into royal families.

• By conquering them with a strong army.

• By offering them land.

Which group of religious leaders had the most power and received many benefits in the Gupta Empire?

• Buddhist monks.

• Jain ascetics.

• Brahmins.

• Local tribal leaders.

What was one of the main reasons the Gupta Empire became weaker and eventually ended?

• A lack of new art and religious ideas.

• Too much power given to local tribes.

• Fighting among the royal family.

• Attacks from invaders.