Statement 1: There was a marked preference for stitched garment as compared to any previous age. The period 4th-7th century AD corresponds roughly to the Gupta period and early post-Gupta period. Historical and archaeological evidence suggests that while traditional unstitched garments (like dhoti, sari, antariya, uttariya) remained prevalent, the influence of foreign contacts (like Kushanas and Sakas before and during the Gupta period) led to increased use and popularity of stitched garments such as tunics (choga, jama), coats, trousers (shalwar). Compared to the earlier Vedic or Maurya periods where unstitched garments were dominant, the stitched garments saw a significant rise in preference, particularly among certain sections of society (royalty, nobility, military) and in specific regions. Therefore, stating a 'marked preference' (meaning noticeable increase and favour) for stitched garments compared to previous ages appears correct for this period.Statement 2: Simple plaits without any floral embellishment dominated the hairstyle of women. Sculptural depictions and paintings from the Gupta period (e.g., Ajanta murals, sculptures from Sanchi, Deogarh) show a wide variety of elaborate and complex hairstyles worn by women, often involving intricate buns, multiple braids, coils, and ringlets. These hairstyles were frequently adorned with flowers, pearls, jewels, and other ornaments. Simple plaits existed, but they did not 'dominate' the hairstyle scene, especially among the elite and in artistic representations, nor were they typically 'without any floral embellishment'. Therefore, this statement is incorrect.Based on the analysis, only statement 1 is correct.