What was the year of accession of Kanishka to throne?

108 AD

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58 AD

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128 AD

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78 AD

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Solution

The correct option is D 78 AD
Kanishka was the emperor of the Kushan dynasty in the second century (c. AD 127–150). He ascended the throne in 78 AD. This date was used as the beginning of the Saka calendar era.

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