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How did the Gupta Empire build their empire?
The Guptas built their empire through alliances and wars of conquest. People living in the Maurya empire were subjects, with a duty to obey. People from the Gupta empire were also subjects, but some also had a kind of citizenship which enabled them enjoy certain political rights and obligations.
How did the Gupta Empire form?
The Gupta Empire was believed to be a dynasty of the Vaishya caste, the third of the four Hindu castes representing merchants and farmers. Founded by Sri Gupta c. Sri Gupta’s son and successor, Ghatotkacha, ruled from c. 280-319 CE, while his son, Chandragupta, ascended the throne around 319 and ruled until 335 CE.
How did Chandra Gupta I build the Gupta Empire?
How did Chandra Gupta I build the Gupta Empire? He gained power over a kingdom in the Ganges Basin, then he expanded his territory through alliances and wars of conquest. Under which ruler did the Gupta empire reach its greatest size? Which Gupta ruler called himself “the Exterminator of Kings”?
How did Chandragupta I expand his territory?
Chandra Gupta I, whose early life is unknown, became a local chief in the kingdom of Magadha (parts of modern Bihar state). He increased his power and territory by marrying, about 308, Princess Kumaradevi of the Licchavi tribe, which then controlled north Bihar and perhaps Nepal.
Why did the Gupta empire fall?
The Huna People, also known as Huns, invaded Gupta territory and caused significant damage to the empire. The Gupta Empire ended in 550 CE, when it disintegrated into regional kingdoms after a series of weak rulers and invasions from the east, west, and north.
Who was the last ruler of the Gupta Empire?
Skandagupta
Skandagupta, son and successor of Kumaragupta I is generally considered to be the last of the great Gupta rulers. He assumed the titles of Vikramaditya and Kramaditya.