WBCS.LIVE practice question

Who amongst the following is known as the ‘Napoleon of India’?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Ashoka
  2. Harshvardhana
  3. Samudragupta
  4. Chandragupta Vikramaditya

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Samudragupta

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: C. Samudragupta 📚 Explanation: Samudragupta, the second ruler of the Gupta dynasty, was given this title by historian V.A. Smith. This was due to his extensive military conquests across the Indian subcontinent. He was a great conqueror who never faced defeat in battle. He is also remembered for his love of music and being depicted playing the veena on coins.