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What is the significance of 'Abhigyanshakuntalam,' 'Raghuvansham,' and 'Meghdootam' in Indian literature?

• • A. Buddhist scriptures

• • B. Jain philosophical treatises

• • C. Gupta legal codes

• • D. Sanskrit literary masterpieces

Which scientist wrote the important text 'Brihadsanhita,' which was related to Astronomy during the Gupta Age?

• • A. Aryabhatta

• • B. Varahamihir

• • C. Vagbhatt

• • D. Astanghridaysanhita

Who is credited with the discovery of zero and the development of the decimal system during the Gupta Age?

• • A. Varahamihir

• • B. Vagbhatt

• • C. Aryabhatta

• • D. Vagbhatt

Who is credited with the discovery of zero and the development of the decimal system during the Gupta Age?

• • A. Varahamihir

• • B. Vagbhatt

• C. Aryabhatta

Which architectural marvel from the Gupta-Harsha period is known for its resistance to corrosion and stands near Delhi?

• • A. Stone Stupa of Sanchi

• • B. Iron Pillar of Mehrauli

• • C. Konark Sun Temple

• • D. Khajuraho Temples

What is the notable characteristic of the Iron Pillar of Mehrauli near Delhi?

• • A. It is made entirely of gold.

• • B. It has inscriptions in multiple languages.

• • C. It has not corroded even today.

• • D. It is a symbol of religious unity.

Which clan did Harshavardhana belong to?

• • A. Maurya

• • B. Pusyabhuti

• • C. Gupta

• • D. Kushan

Who were the sons of Prabhakar Vardhan, the father of Harshavardhana?

• • A. Rajyavardhan and Harshvardhan

• • B. Samudragupta and Chandragupta

• • C. Kumaragupta and Skandagupta

• • D. Chandragupta I and Chandragupta II

Which city is associated with the Pusyabhuti clan, to which Harshavardhana belonged?

• • A. Magadha

• • B. Ujjain

• • C. Thaneshwar

• • D. Pataliputra

Who was the daughter of Emperor Harshavardhana?

• • A. Rajyavardhan

• • B. Rajyashree

• • C. DhruvVerman

• • D. Shashank