The Gupta Polity is a companion volume to the author's The Mauryan Polity. Divided into seven sections, it presents a comprehensive history of?the?Gupta?dynasty.
The Gupta period is known for its golden age of literary compositions, and the author begins with a literary history of the period. The administrative structure within the political sphere, including the central powers, the provincial government, frontier region policy, and various other administrative systems are covered next. Furthermore, the establishment of military forces, officials, councils, offices, and ethical practices of the army, as well as economic practices and the legal system are discussed. There is discussion on religious history, which is the most important aspect as it talks about the popularity of sects within Hinduism like Vaishnavism, Shaivism, Shakti and Surya cults, and the accounts?of?Buddhism?and?Jainism?during?the?Gupta?period.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:9391928994
ISBN13:9789391928995
Release Date:January 1
Publisher:Manohar Books
Length:436 Pages
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