Q12
The coins of which of the following reveal their love for music?
A.
Mauryas
B.
Nandas
C.
Guptas
AnswerD.
Cholas
Answer: Option C
Solution
Answer: Option C
Solution:
The Guptas minted gold coins in abundance. These coins were depicted with the images of rulers in various pose. Some coins depicted Samudragupta playing veena. Gupta coins, mainly the silver ones, carried the images of Garuda, a mythical bird of Hindu tradition. These coins are found in large numbers in western India. In some cases, the Garuda is replaced by a peacock.