Which Gupta ruler was described as the 'Hero of Hundred Battles' and issued the 'Veena Type' coins?
Correct Answer: Samudragupta
Subject: history
- Chandragupta I
- Samudragupta
- Kumaragupta I
- Skandagupta
Explanation: Samudragupta was described as the 'Hero of Hundred Battles' and issued 'Veena Type' coins.
• He was depicted as seated on a sofa and playing a Veena on his coins, indicating he was a great musician.
• He was also given the title of Kaviraja (King of Poets).
• Other rulers did not issue the distinctive Veena-playing coins.
• Veena Type coins directly map to Samudragupta in every exam.
• The Prayag Prashasti (Allahabad Pillar) lists his vast conquests.