Question
Which, among the following, inscriptions were issued in the period of Gupta rulers ?
A. Prayaga Pillar inscription
B. Supia Stone inscription
C. Banshkhera copper plate
D. Bhitri Pillar inscription
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
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The correct answer is
A, B and D Only
Gupta Inscriptions Identification
The question asks to identify which inscriptions were issued during the period of the Gupta rulers.
Analyzing Historical Inscriptions
Let's examine the period associated with each inscription mentioned:
- A. Prayaga Pillar inscription: This famous inscription details the conquests of Samudragupta and was composed by his court poet Harishena. It clearly belongs to the Gupta period.
- B. Supia Stone inscription: This inscription mentions the Gupta lineage and is attributed to the reign of Skandagupta, placing it within the Gupta era.
- C. Banshkhera copper plate: This inscription was issued by King Harshavardhana, ruler of the Vardhana dynasty. Harshavardhana ruled *after* the Gupta period.
- D. Bhitri Pillar inscription: This inscription records the achievements of Skandagupta, a prominent Gupta ruler.
Determining the Correct Combination
Based on the analysis:
- Inscriptions A, B, and D are confirmed to be from the Gupta period.
- Inscription C is from the post-Gupta period (Vardhana dynasty).
Therefore, the correct option must include inscriptions A, B, and D.
Final Answer Selection
Comparing this finding with the given options:
- Option 1: A, B and C Only (Incorrect, C is not Gupta)
- Option 2: B, C and D Only (Incorrect, C is not Gupta)
- Option 3: A, C and D Only (Incorrect, C is not Gupta)
- Option 4: A, B and D Only (Correct, matches our findings)
The inscriptions issued in the period of Gupta rulers are A, B, and D.
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