Give two distinguishing features of the Gupta Sculpture. - History and Civics

Give two distinguishing features of the Gupta Sculpture.

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Two distinguishing features of the Gupta Sculpture are:

The Gupta Sculpture discarded foreign influence and adopted a style that was totally Indian in character. The techniques of carving and the subjects chosen were purely of Indian origin.
Several varieties of mudras (poses) were used.

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The Age of the Guptas - Political History and Administration

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Chapter 6: The Age of the Guptas - Short Answer Questions

Chapter 6 The Age of the Guptas
Short Answer Questions | Q 36

Mention the extent of King Harsha’s empire.

Mention the main conquests of Pulakesin II.

Whose reign marks the climax of the Pallava power?

Mention the main conquests of the Pallava ruler Narasimhavarman.

Who converted Kanishka to Buddhism?

Samudragupta earned a reputation as one of the greatest kings and conquerors. In this context, explain:

His Personal Attainments

The Gupta era witnessed unprecedented intellectual progress. In this context explain:

Enrichment of Sanskrit literature with reference to the works of Kalidasa and Visakhadutta

Name the officer who collected the toll tax during the Gupta period.

With reference to the administrative system of the Guptas, answer the following questions:

Explain the position and powers of the king during the Gupta Age.

With reference to the Gupta administration, mention briefly:

Provincial and District Administrative Machinery