INDIAN HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The Gupta empire was an ancient Indian empire founded by Sri Gupta that lasted from 240 to 590 CE. It reached its zenith from 320-550 AD. At the beginning of the 4th century, the Guptas established and ruled a few small Hindu kingdoms in Magadha and around modern-day Bihar and covered most of North-central India.

Detailed explanation-2: -Chandragupta Ⅰ is considered to be the founder of the Gupta Era which started with his accession in 319 – 320 CE.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Gupta dynasty is believed to have started as a wealthy family from either Magadha or Prayaga (now eastern Uttar Pradesh). During the late third century, this family rose in prominence until it was able to claim the local rulership of Magadha.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Gupta Empire, founded by Maharaja Sri Gupta, was an ancient Indian realm that covered much of the Indian Subcontinent from approximately 320-550 CE.

Detailed explanation-5: -During the peak of its powers, the Gupta Empire covered nearly all of the Indian subcontinent. Gupta rulers acquired much of the land previously held by the Mauryan Empire, and peace and trade flourished under their rule. Historians have said it to be the golden age of India.