Consider the following statements 1 The Mehrauli Iron Pillar inscription mentions the extensive conq...........

Ancient and Medival History Gupta and Post Gupta

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Consider the following statements:

1. The Mehrauli Iron Pillar inscription mentions the extensive conquests of Chandragupta II.

2. The Allahabad Pillar inscription provides a detailed account of Samudragupta’s reign.

3. The coins issued by Gupta kings provide details about the sacrifices performed by them.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 and 2 only

2 and 3 only

1 and 3 only

1, 2 and 3

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Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect. The Mehrauli Iron Pillar Inscription refers to the achievements of Chandragupta I.

Statement 2 is correct. The most important source for the reign of Samudragupta is the Allahabad Pillar inscription. It describes his personality and achievements. This inscription is engraved on an Asokan pillar. It is written in classical Sanskrit, using the Nagari script. It consists of 33 lines composed by Harisena.

Statement 3 is correct. 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.