alleryWhich Gupta ruler is often identified with the legendary Vikramaditya?
AChandragupta I
BChandragupta II
CKumaragupta I
DRamagupta
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Chandragupta II
1. Many historians think the Vikramaditya legends are based on Chandragupta II.
2. He defeated the Shakas of Ujjain, as the legendary king did.
3. Chandragupta I, Kumaragupta I and Ramagupta are not tied to the legend.
_Source: Wikipedia, Chandragupta II, Identification with the legendary Vikramaditya_
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