How do we know Samudragupta was a musician?

He issued specific gold coins that depict him sitting on a couch and playing the veena (lute).

Gupta Royal Persona

UPSC Archival Analysis

Q: Which one among the following was not an attribute of Samudragupta described in Prayag Prashasti?

Samudragupta was renowned for his intellect, poetry, and musical skill. While he was a patron of the arts, historical records do not describe him as an accomplished sculptor.

Exam Year

2016

Evidence Source

Link

ID: ANC_HIS_PMPG_2016_114 Ref: Standard Educational Reference