SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 42

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Pushyagupta.

• Sudarshan Lake in Junagarh, Gujarat, was built by Pushyagupta, a ruler of the Chudasama dynasty.
• Constructed in the early medieval period, the lake served as an important water reservoir to supply drinking water and irrigation to the surrounding region.
• Pushyagupta’s initiative reflects the foresight of the Chudasama rulers in managing water resources in the arid areas of Saurashtra.
• Sudarshan Lake, with its artificial embankments and scenic surroundings, became not only a vital utility for the local population but also a landmark showcasing the engineering and administrative capabilities of the era. T