Which one of the following Gupta kings had to face the first Huna invasion?
A
Skandagupta
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B
Kumaragupta I
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C
Buddhagupta
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D
Vishnugupta
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Solution
The correct option is B Kumaragupta I The Gupta king who had to face the first Huna invasion was Kumaragupta I. His reign lasted for 40 years between CE 415 – 455 and was one of the last great emperors of the Gupta Dynasty. He was successful in defeating the Huns and performed the Ashvamedha to celebrate his victory.