What does Fa-Hien's mention of the hospital tell us about Gupta society?

It indicates a high degree of civic responsibility, advanced medical knowledge, and the presence of organized charitable institutions supported by the urban elite.

Ancient Social Welfare and Medicine

UPSC Archival Analysis

Q: In travel through India, Fa-Hien has mentioned a hospital, it was located at-

The Chinese traveler Fa-Hien mentioned the existence of a free public hospital in the city of Pataliputra during his visit in the early 5th century CE.

Exam Year

2019

Evidence Source

Link

ID: ART_LIT_2019_164 Ref: A Record of Buddhist Kingdoms by Fa-Hien