Which statement best explains the periods of the Gupta Empire of India, the Golden Age of Greece, and the Renaissance in Italy?

A) The winning of a war often inspires scientific and artistic achievement

B) A combination of wealth and a time of relative peace often leads to

cultural achievement.

C) A dictatorship usually encourages cultural growth and development.

D) Periods of censorship are needed for a nation to achieve cultural and

scientific greatness.