Question

Identify the correct statements:
(A) Gupta kings assumed imperial titles such as Maharajadhiraja.
(B) They also connected themselves with the gods through epithets such as Parama-daivata (the foremost worshipper of the gods)
(C) The Allahabad Prashasti describes Samudragupta as a common man.
(D) Some historians suggested that the Gupta kings claimed divine status.

• A. (A), (B), and (D) only
• B. (A), (B), and (C) only
• C. (B), (C), and (D) only
• D. (A), (C), and (D) only

Hint:

Understand inscriptions and titles to analyze the political and religious ideologies of ancient dynasties.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Gupta monarchs adopted elaborate titles like Maharajadhiraja and linked themselves to divinity using epithets such as Parama-daivata. However, Harisena's Allahabad Prashasti describes Samudragupta as an exceptional ruler, not an ordinary person.