Who among the following succeeded Ghatotkacha, the Gupta ruler?

The correct answer is Chandragupta I.

Key Points

•  Chandragupta I (319AD-334 AD):
  • He was the first Gupta ruler to assume the title of Maharajadhiraja.
  • He strengthened his kingdom by the matrimonial alliance with the powerful family of Lichchhavis, who were the rulers of Mithila.
  • He got married to the Lichchhavi princess Kumaradevi.
  • He started the Gupta Era in 319AD-320 AD.
  • He established his authority over Magadha, Saketa and Prayaga.
  • Ghatotkacha was succeeded by his son, Chandragupta I.
  • Chandragupta was the son of Gupta king Ghatotkacha and the grandson of the dynasty's founder Sri Gupta. He ruled from 319 to 335 CE.

Additional Information

• Kumaragupta I:-
  • ​He was the son and successor of Chandragupta II.
  • Kumaragupta I's reign was marked by peace and relative inactivity, which was a result of the stability and prosperity achieved during the reign of his father, Chandragupta II.
• Skandagupta:-
  • Skanda Gupta also took the title Vikramaditya.
  • Shrigupta was the first Gupta ruler of the Gupta Dynasty.
  • He took the title of Maharajadhiraja.
  • Bhitari pillar depicts the information about Skandagupta of the Gupta Empire.
• Chandragupta II:-
  • One of the most powerful emperors of the Gupta dynasty was Chandragupta II, also known by his given name Vikramaditya and Chandragupta Vikramaditya. (Hence option 4 is correct)
  • He was the third ruler of the Gupta Empire in India.
  • The famous Chandragupta II was the child of Samudragupta and Datta Devi.
  • The Gupta empire was extended by Chandragupta II to the western sea coast, a vital area for trade and commerce.