This Indian king who never lost a war and was great poet and musician

Samudragupta, the Gupta Empire's 2nd ruler, stands out in Indian history as an 'ideal king' for his diverse talents.

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He was a military commander who expanded his empire across nearly all of present-day India, a patron and practitioner of arts, music and poetry.

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Also called as the ‘Napoleon of India’, his reign was marked by economic prosperity, demonstrated by the introduction of 7 types of coins.

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Despite his devout worship of Lord Vishnu, he appreciated other religions, aiding Buddhist constructions, such as the monastery funded for Megavarna, the Buddhist king of Ceylon.

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Samudragupta also performed the Ashvamedha ritual, showcasing his sovereignty and is renowned for his undefeated military record

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He was particularly skilled in playing the veena and has record of defeating south Indian Kings including King Vishnugopa, the ruler of the Pallava kingdom of Kanchipuram among others.

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His legacy is further enriched by his contributions to the arts, making him a rare example of a ruler with both martial and artistic prowess.

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