During the Gupta period, significant advancements were made in art, literature, and science; however, evidence of large-scale architectural structures such as massive stone temples or palaces, which became prominent in later periods, is not characteristic of this era. The Gupta period is more noted for its intricate sculptures, cave paintings, and the development of classical Indian literature rather than grand architectural feats. Additionally, the use of elaborate urban planning seen in earlier civilizations like the Indus Valley is not evident in Gupta-era cities.
Gupta mathematicians were influenced by earlier scholars from various Indian traditions, particularly those from the Vedic period and the works of mathematicians like Aryabhata and Brahmagupta. These thinkers emphasized the practical applications of mathematics and astronomy, which fostered a culture of inquiry and innovation. The Gupta Empire's patronage of the arts and sciences further encouraged this valuation, leading to significant advancements in mathematics and science during this period.
That's like asking what life was like for the Inuit during the Meiji period. Meiji is part of Japanese history - so it did not apply to the Inuit. The period formerly known as "The Dark Ages" is European history and does not apply to the Mayas (not Mayans).
The famous historian L.D. Barnett compared Gupta period to the Periclean Age of the Greeks and described it as the Classical Age of India.The Gupta dynasty was referred to as the golden age because this was the period in Indian history when literature, architecture, and fine arts flourished and were at the peak of excellence.Classical age is where literature, architecture, and fine arts reach a high level of excellence to form a standard for later times. Therefore, all other art forms that would come about in the future would be compared to the art forms made during the Gupta period. Numerous things were achieved during the Gupta age in India.India's greatest philosophers and play-writes existed at this time and the famous Sanskrit author named Kalidasa wrote two dramas and three poems, and he was known as the Shakespeare of India.During Gupta dynasty many outstanding ideas of mathematics evolved, like Binary number system, decimal system, negative numbers, algebra, and the concept of zero.The coins of the Gupta age were spectacular, and are one of the main resources to historians who study the Gupta empire in depth.To know more details about the Gupta empire, one recommended book is "The wonder that was India" by A.L Basham
we had bathroom and running water-they didn't had any of that, they also had the revolutionary war among other things during that time period.
Murals in cave temples
spread of buddism
Murals in cave temples
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Gupta temples were topped with by huge towers and were covered with carvings of the God worshipped inside.
During the Gupta period, significant advancements were made in art, literature, and science; however, evidence of large-scale architectural structures such as massive stone temples or palaces, which became prominent in later periods, is not characteristic of this era. The Gupta period is more noted for its intricate sculptures, cave paintings, and the development of classical Indian literature rather than grand architectural feats. Additionally, the use of elaborate urban planning seen in earlier civilizations like the Indus Valley is not evident in Gupta-era cities.
The reasons are:Judicial System was very good.Trade and agriculture was encouraged and supported by government.Under Gupta kings, the whole India was united.
People were happy during the Gupta period, the "Golden Age" of ancient India. They had religious freedom. They were given free medical care, which included simple surgery. Criminals were never put to death. Instead, they were fined for their crimes. Rewards of money were given to writers, artists, and scholars to encourage them to produce wonderful work, and they did. Very few of the common people were educated, but the Gupta Empire had many universities. Students came from as far away as China to study at Gupta universities!
Gupta mathematicians were influenced by earlier scholars from various Indian traditions, particularly those from the Vedic period and the works of mathematicians like Aryabhata and Brahmagupta. These thinkers emphasized the practical applications of mathematics and astronomy, which fostered a culture of inquiry and innovation. The Gupta Empire's patronage of the arts and sciences further encouraged this valuation, leading to significant advancements in mathematics and science during this period.
That's like asking what life was like for the Inuit during the Meiji period. Meiji is part of Japanese history - so it did not apply to the Inuit. The period formerly known as "The Dark Ages" is European history and does not apply to the Mayas (not Mayans).
During which period.
every body ate pie and had chicken wings