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The Gupta King who destroyed Sakas was
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Correct answer: Chandra Gupta-II
Explanation: The Gupta ruler who destroyed the Sakas was Chandragupta II (Vikramaditya). 📚 Other Information: ▪️ He defeated the Western Kshatrapas (Sakas) in Malwa, Gujarat, and Saurashtra. ▪️ The victory ended Saka rule in Western India around 395 CE. ▪️ The conquest opened trade routes to the Arabian Sea, boosting prosperity. ▪️ His court included nine gems (Navaratnas) like Kalidasa and Varahamihira. ▪️ Chandragupta II’s reign marked the Golden Age of Gupta art and literature. ▪️ His coins bore images of Garuda and the goddess Lakshmi. ▪️ The Udayagiri caves and Iron Pillar of Delhi belong to his period. ▪️ He adopted the title 'Sakari','Vikramaditya,' meaning 'Sun of Valour.'