UPSC History The Gupta Empire Question Bank Gupta and Post Gupta: Hunas, Vardhanas

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    The word Dinara used for the gold coins in the Gupta inscription is derived from                              

    A)  Sanskrit

    B)  Greek

    C)  Chinese

    D)  Latin

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

     The word Dinara used for the gold coins in the gupta inscription is derived from Latin. The main purpose behind the choice of Gupta coin designs seems to have been one of political propaganda. The king is always shown in ways that emphasize Ms status as a great ruler and heroic warrior.


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