Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times.
1. The Gupta Age is widely regarded as the “Golden era” of ancient Indian history due to several factors that contributed to its significance and achievements. Examine. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Insights on India
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1 and mentioned as part of Mission-2024 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the reasons for considering Gupta age as golden age.
Directive:
Examine – When asked to ‘Examine’, we must investigate the topic (content words) in detail, inspect it, investigate it and establish the key facts and issues related to the topic in question. While doing so we should explain why these facts and issues are important and their implications.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving context of Gupta age as golden era.
Body:
First, mention about the various reasons why it is considered to be the golden era – Political, economic, social, cultural and technological etc.
Next, write about the limitations of Gupta age as golden age of ancient Indian history.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a balanced opinion on the above view.
