Question

Identify correct statements about the reign of Chandragupta II
(A) He married his daughter Prabhavati to a Vakataka prince of the Brahmana caste.
(B) He adopted the title of Vikramaditya as a mark of victory over the Shaka Kshatrapas of western India.
(C) During his reign, Chinese pilgrim I-tsing visited India.
(D) Ujjain seems to have been made the second capital by Chandragupta II.

• 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:

Focus on key titles and policies of prominent rulers to identify their historical significance.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Chandragupta II strengthened alliances through marital connections, assumed the title Vikramaditya after defeating the Shakas, and likely established Ujjain as a second capital. However, I-tsing visited much later during Harsha’s reign.