Who is given the credit for starting the Gupta era?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Chandragupta I.
The Gupta era is believed to have begun in 319–320 CE and is attributed to Chandragupta I, who was the first significant ruler of the Gupta dynasty. His ascension marked the beginning of imperial rule and laid the foundation for the golden age of Indian history that followed. He assumed the title "Maharajadhiraja" (king of kings), signifying his sovereign power.