Q. The capital of Gupta Empire was
(a) Pataliputra
(b) Kannauj
(c) Peshawar
(d) Dhanyakatakam
Ans: (a) Pataliputra
Explanation: The correct answer is (a) Pataliputra.
Pataliputra, also known as present-day Patna in Bihar, India, served as the capital of the Gupta Empire. It was an important political and administrative center during the reign of the Gupta rulers.
Pataliputra had a rich history and had been the capital of earlier dynasties, including the Maurya Empire. The Guptas chose Pataliputra as their capital due to its strategic location and its significance as a cultural and trade hub.
Under the Gupta Empire, Pataliputra flourished as a center of learning, arts, and commerce. The city witnessed significant architectural and cultural developments, attracting scholars, artists, and traders from various parts of India and beyond.
While Kannauj became a prominent city in later periods and served as a capital for some regional rulers, during the Gupta Empire, Pataliputra was the primary capital.
