The first image of the Buddha-was carved out during the reign of _____.

Ashoka

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Pusyamitra Shunga

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Kanishka I

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Menander

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Solution

The correct option is C Kanishka I
The first image of the Buddha-was carved out during the reign of famous Kushan king Kanishka I. Durng the reign of Kanishka, Gandhara School of art and Mathura School of Art developed proficiently. Gandhara School of Art is known for the first sculptural representations of the Gautam Buddha in human form.

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