2021 · Ancient HistoryPrevious Year Question
Q34.
From the decline of Guptas until the rise of Harshavardhana in the early seventh century, which of the following kingdoms were holding power in Northern India? 1. The Guptas of Magadha
A. Incorrect Option
B. Correct Answer (Placeholder)
C. Incorrect Option
D. Incorrect Option
Answer

B

Explanation

In the sixth century CE, the Huns occupied Malwa, Gujarat, Punjab and Gandhara. As the Hun invasion weakened the Gupta hold in the country, independent rulers emerged all over the north like Yasodharman of Malwa, the Maukharis of Uttar Pradesh, the