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What are the source of information for the Gupta Period? (319 AD - 540 AD) (#MQ)
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There are plenty of source materials to reconstruct the history of the Gupta period. They include literary, epigraphical and numismatic sources.
Literary Sources
Literary Sources
- The Puranas throw light on the royal genealogy of the Gupta kings.
- Kamandaka Nitisara written by Shikhara, prime minister of Chandragupta II.
- The Chinese traveler Fahien, who visited India during the reign of Chandragupta II, has left a valuable account of the social, economic and religious conditions of the Gupta empire.
Inscriptions
- Apart from these literary sources, there are inscriptions like the Meherauli Iron Pillar Inscription and the Allahabad Pillar inscription
- The most important source for the reign of Samudragupta is the Allahabad Pillar inscription.
Coins
The coins issued by Gupta kings contain legends and figures. These coins provide interesting details about the titles and sacrifices performed by the Gupta monarchs.
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