Question

Consider the following causes for the decline of Gupta empire:

1. Internal dynastic issues.
2. Administrative reasons.
3. Hunas invasion.
4. Competition from Vakatakas.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• A. 1 and 2 only
• B. 2 and 3 only
• C. 2,3 and 4 only
• D. 1,2,3 and 4

Answer 1

The correct option is D 1,2,3 and 4

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Internal fighting and dissensions among the royal family led to its weakening.
The Gupta decline started during the reign of Skandagupta, the grandson of Chandragupta II. He was successful in retaliating against the Huns but his empire was drained of finances and resources because of this.