HISTORY
GUPTA PERIOD
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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The gold coins of Gupta period were called-
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4 only
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2, 3
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1, 4
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1, 2, 3, 4
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Gupta kings issued large numbers of gold coins known as dinaras, with representation of the King on the obverse and on the reverse side that of a deity.
Detailed explanation-2: -Solution. The gold coins issued by Gupta kings indicate the prosperity of the kingdom.
Detailed explanation-3: -The correct answer is option 4) i.e. Dinaras. During the Gupta Period, gold coins were called Dinaras.
Detailed explanation-4: -UPSC Mains. Notes: The gold coins of Gupta period were called Dinara inspired by the Roman coins but later the coins were minted in the Indian style with the weight standard of 9.2 gms of gold and called Suvarna.
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