The Gupta Saka was founded by
A
Chandra Gupta, the First
B
Chandra Gupta, the Second
C
Samudra Gupta
D
Kumara Gupta
Correct Answer: Chandra Gupta, the First
The first Gupta ruler of consequence was Chandragupta I, son of Ghatotkacha. By marrying a Lichchhavi Princess Kumaradevi he sought to gain in prestige, though Vaishali does not appear to have been a part of his kingdom. His rule remained confined to Magadha and parts of eastern Uttar Pradesh (Saketa and Prayaga). He took the title of Maharajadhiraja, and his accession in about A.D. 319-20 marked the beginning of Gupta era. The difference between Gupta Era and Saka Era is 241 years.