Who is considered founder of the Gupta Empire?
a. Sri Gupta
b. Samudragupta
c. Chandragupta I
d. Chandragupta II

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The history of the Gupta dynasty begins with its founding by  Sri Gupta around 240 c.e. He has been described as Maharaja in edicts. The most likely time for the reign of Sri  Gupta is c. 240–280 c.e. Chinese traveller Hiuen Tsang mentioned about Sri Gupta in his writings.

Hence, the correct option is (a).

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