Which of the following king was called ‘Shakari’ ?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Chandragupta Vikramaditya.

Chandragupta II, also known as Chandragupta Vikramaditya, was one of the most illustrious rulers of the Gupta Empire in ancient India. He was given the title ‘Shakari,’ which means ‘Destroyer of the Shakas.’ This title was earned after he defeated the Western Kshatrapas (Shakas) and annexed their territories in western India, including Gujarat, Malwa, and Saurashtra.

Chandragupta Vikramaditya’s Achievements:

• Defeated the Shakas and established control over western India.
• Expanded the Gupta Empire and promoted cultural and scientific advancements.
• His reign is considered a part of the Golden Age of India, marked by prosperity, art, literature, and science.

Additional Information:

• Samudragupta: Known as the "Napoleon of India" due to his military conquests.
• Chandragupta Maurya: Founder of the Mauryan Empire, famous for unifying most of the Indian subcontinent.
• Kanishka: A Kushan king known for his patronage of Buddhism, particularly the Fourth Buddhist Council.