The Gupta Empire A Golden Age of Art and Religion The Gupta Empire (4th-6th centuries CE) is known as India’s Golden Age, a period of great advancements in art, science, and religion. Under rulers like Chandragupta II, Hinduism flourished, influencing literature, philosophy, and temple architecture. Gupta artists made lasting contributions in sculpture and painting, while mathematicians introduced the concept of zero. This era also fostered religious tolerance, supporting Buddhism and Jainism, w