Q. In the light of the Gupta Empire's influence on Indian culture, consider the following statements: - The Gupta Empire is known as the "Golden Age" of India due to advancements in science and arts.
- Kalidasa, a prominent playwright and poet, wrote "Shakuntala" during the Gupta period.
- The concept of zero was developed during the Gupta Empire, revolutionizing mathematics.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Answer:
All three
Notes: - The Gupta Empire is known as the "Golden Age" of India due to advancements in science and arts: This is correct. The Gupta period saw achievements in various fields, leading to its designation as a Golden Age.
- Kalidasa, a prominent playwright and poet, wrote "Shakuntala" during the Gupta period: This is correct. Kalidasa is one of the greatest Sanskrit poets, and "Shakuntala" is one of his most famous works.
- The concept of zero was developed during the Gupta Empire, revolutionizing mathematics: This is correct. The numeral system developed during this time included the concept of zero, which was crucial for mathematics.
Thus, all the statements are correct. The correct answer is (C) All three.