Multiple choice general knowledge history Capital of Gupta Empire Pataliputra Thakshila Varanasi Maghadha Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation Pataliputra (modern-day Patna) was the capital of the Gupta Empire during its golden age (4th-6th century AD). The city was also the capital of the earlier Mauryan Empire and was a major center of learning and trade.