Inscriptions of Gupta Era

May 23, 2013 November 22, 2013

Gupta era is known for a large number of pillar inscriptions erected at a number of places. Out of them two most important are

Prayag Prasasti : Also known as (Allahabad Pillar Inscription) of Samudragupta. Composed by Harisena. Very simple and refined Sanskrit in Champu kavya style.
Garuda Pillar: Garuda Pillar refers to the Mahrauli Pillar Inscription/ Mahrauli Iron Pillar) of Chandragupta II.
Mandsaur Inscription: It is ascribed to Vattasbhatta.
Eran Stone Inscription of Samudra Gupta
Sanchi stone inscription and Mathura stone inscription.
Nalanda Inscription
Gaya Copper Plate (Speaks of Samudra Gupta)
Udayagiri Cave Inscription (Speaks of Chandragupta II & Kumaragupta)
Junagarh Rock inscription speaks of Skandagupta.