Consider the following statements regarding “Guptas”: 1. They have a strong central government. 2. Feudalism as an institution began to take root during their period. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C

Notes:

Explanation: The Gupta kingdom emerged as a great power and achieved the political unification of a large part of the Indian subcontinent.

It featured a strong central government, bringing many kingdoms under its hegemony.
Feudalism as an institution began to take root during this period.

Source: Poonam Dahiya