Question

Which of the following statements on Kanishka are true?
1. He belonged to the Kushana dynasty.
2. He started the Saka era.
3. He extended wholehearted patronage to Buddhism.
4. He was a patron of Sanskrit.

Select the correct answer using the code given below

• A. 1, 2 and 3 only
• B. 2, 3 and 4 only
• C. 1, 2 and 4 only
• D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer 1

The correct option is D 1, 2, 3 and 4

Kanishka:
- The greatest Kushana ruler.
- Beginning of the Saka era (78 CE)
- Held the 4th Buddhist Council and was a great patron of Buddhism
- He was the great patron of Sanskrit as well.
- Gandhara and Mathura school developed.