Question 11GS1UNKNOWN
Examine how Chandragupta-II's reign systematised a golden era of cultural development, laying the foundation for future advancements in Indian art and literature. (Answer in 250 words)
Introduction
Chandragupta-II's reign in the Gupta dynasty is often referred to as the 'Golden era' in Indian history due to its emphasis on Indian art and culture.
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Main Body
Golden age for art under Chandragupta-II
1Evolution of Nagara style of architecture for temples. (Eg) Structural temples reached their peak under him like Kandariya Mahadeva temple.
2Patronage for sculpture leading to propagation of Bronze and Sandstone industry.
2Drama/ the arts flourished under him with patronage to writers like Kalidasa. (Eg) Abhijnanasakuntalam
3Poems given profound importance during the period. (Eg) Ritusambar by Kalidar
4Prose fictional writing was also favored. (Eg) Meghaduta
5Dharmasastras and codification of hindu epics happened during his time.
Foundation for future advancements
1Nagara style was later adopted by several dynasties in Post-Gupta period like Rajput and Kanya
2Sculptural art during Gupta period inspired synthetic art like Gandhara art by the Indo-Greeks.
3Religious literature like Dharmasastras and Hindu epics further inspired acts and literature of later kingdoms.
4Kalidasa's writings inspired later writers of India to take up poems and prose about poignant poetic art
5Religious symbolism in act and culture promoted by Gupta period of indo religious values seen later.
6Buddha being incorporated in the Purava text forbids [illegible]
Hence the golden age under Chandragupta II led to the pinnacle in Indian art that tells its stories to date.
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Conclusion
Hence the golden age under Chandragupta II led to the pinnacle in Indian art that tells its stories to date.
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Topper
Aditya Narayan
AIR 68
Subject & Paper
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Topic
Indian Art and Literature
Gupta Period - Chandragupta II
Architectural and Sculptural Development
Writing Stats
248
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Academic and formal
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