Samudragupta is known as the Napoleon of India.
A great warrior and an efficient administrator, he played a crucial role in the expansion of the Gupta Empire in India.
He was referred to as the ‘Napoleon of India’ by historian AV Smith because he was a great conqueror who subdued prominent kingdoms and rulers.
The Allahabad Pillar Inscription or ‘Prayaga prashasti’ contains the details of Samudragupta’s political and military achievements, including his conquest of South India. It was written by a renowned poet in his court, Harisena. Samudragupta is also known as the ‘Father of Inscriptions’.
His campaigns to South India and defeat of nine kings of Arvartas signifies his military valour.
Samdragupta conducted several Ashvamedha Yajna and hence acquired the title ‘Maharajadhiraja’, which signifies his authority and power. He adopted different policies for capturing different regions. He patronized learned men and appointed them as ministers in his court.
He was also known as ‘Kaviraja’, the king of poets due to his genuine interest in the field.
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