Gupta Empire – Polity, Economy and Numismatics

51. Which industry was most important for the economy of the Gupta period?
a) Agriculture
b) Textiles
c) Mining
d) Trade

52. Who was the famous court poet of Chandragupta II?
a) Kalidasa
b) Varahamihira
c) Panini
d) Amarasimha

53. The Gupta period is known for its flourishing trade with which country?
a) China
b) Greece
c) Rome
d) Persia

54. Who is considered the father of Indian numismatics?
a) Vasishtha
b) Panini
c) Varahamihira
d) Acharya Pārśva

55. Which ruler of the Gupta dynasty was the first to issue gold coins in India?
a) Chandragupta I
b) Samudragupta
c) Chandragupta II
d) Kumaragupta I