[Solved] Who Established the Gupta Samvat? | 320 CE Calendar

Who established Gupta Samvat?

[M.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 1991]

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is A.

The establishment of a regional era (Samvat) usually coincides with a major political event like a coronation, serving as a standardized chronological tool for the empire.

Chandragupta I, the first imperial ruler of the Gupta dynasty, is credited with starting the Gupta Samvat in 320 CE to mark his accession to the throne.

Although Srigupta was the dynasty's founder, it was Chandragupta I who raised the dynasty to imperial status and inaugurated the new era.

This calendar system was used for dating coins and inscriptions throughout the Gupta period and by their successors like the Vallabhis (leading to it also being called the Vallabhi Era).

Conceptual Deep Dive & Logic

"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'.

Examiner's Mindset & Pro-Tip

"The Gupta Samvat provided a unified timeline for the diverse territories under Gupta influence, aiding modern historical reconstruction."

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