In which other regions was the Gupta Samvat influential?

It influenced dating systems in Nepal, Bengal, and parts of Southeast Asia, reflecting the cultural reach of the Gupta 'Golden Age'.

Historical Eras of India

UPSC Archival Analysis

Q: Who established Gupta Samvat?

Chandragupta I established the Gupta Samvat in 320 CE. It was used to commemorate his coronation and became the standard calendar for the Gupta Empire.

Exam Year

1991

Evidence Source

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ID: ART_MIS_1991_76 Ref: A History of Ancient and Early Medieval India by Upinder Singh