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Which is the Hindu king shown playing veena, on ancient coins?

  1. Vikramaditya

  2. Samudragupta

  3. Vikramaditya II

  4. Chandra Gupta
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Explanation

Samudragupta (c. 335-380 AD), the great Gupta emperor, was depicted playing the veena on his gold coins. He was known as 'Vikramanka' and was a patron of arts and learning. His coinage showing him with the veena symbolizes his cultured nature and appreciation for music. Other Gupta rulers like Chandragupta I and II are not shown with musical instruments on coins.

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