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Examine how Chandragupta-II's reign symbolised a golden age of cultural development, laying the foundation for future advancements in Indian art and literature. (Answer in 250 words)

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Introduction

As per Romila Thapar, Gupta period is referred as the Golden age in Indian history [4th to 6th century AD]

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As per Romila Thapar, Gupta period is referred as the Golden age in Indian history [4th to 6th century AD]

Chandragupta II's reign - Golden age

Chandragupta II ruled from 375 to 415 AD. His reign is marked by following cultural developments:

1Art & Paintings - Ajanta murals were embellished in Ajanta caves representing Buddhist imagery, royal scenes

2Sculptural traditions - Sculptures of Gods, Goddesses were carved (e.g. Varaha sculpture @ Udayagiri caves)

3Literature → eminent writers such as Kalidasa, Varahamihira, adorned his court → Development of Sanskrit literary traditions (e.g. Abhijnanashakuntalam by Kalidasa) → Compilation of Purana, Ramayana & Mahabharata

4Temple Building - foundation of Nagara style laid during his reign (e.g. Bhitargaon Brick temple)

5Rock cut Architecture - caves and rock cut architecture was continued (e.g. Vidisha - Udayagiri caves - Hindu & Jaina caves)

6Numismatic - Gold coins (Dinaras) were struck with king in the obverse & deities in the reverse

7Musical Traditions - musicians were patronised by Chandra-II ensuring traditions of Sama Veda

8Learning & Education - Traditional pathshalas were opened to disseminate Vedic teachings

9Cultural & Religious Coexistention - Buddhism, Jainism & Hinduism flourished reflecting syncretic tradition

Thus Chandragupta II's reign laid the foundation for a plural & cosmopolitan culture carried forward by future dynasties.

— Saurabh Sharma · AIR 146

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Thus Chandragupta II's reign laid the foundation for a plural & cosmopolitan culture carried forward by future dynasties.

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Salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times

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Chandragupta II and cultural development

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