CBSE Class 6 Answered

Chandragupta II was the son of Samudragupta. He was a very powerful ruler who took the title of Vikramaditya. He defeated the Shakas and took control of the ports of Broach, Cambay and Sopara. He maintained friendly relations with the powers of the Deccan and the far south. During his reign, the Gupta empire reached the height of its glory.

Chandragupta II was a great patron of arts and literature. The nine gems or navaratnas, including Kalidasa, the greatest poet, and Varahamihira, the greatest astronomer and scientist, were associated with his reign.

The prosperity of his reign is also reflected in the beautiful gold coins issued by him.