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    Question

    Who was the first king to have the image of Lord Buddha

    inscribed on his coins?
    A Kanishka Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Ashoka Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Harshvardhana Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Dharmapala Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Kanishka's coins portray images of Indian, Greek, Iranian and even Sumero – Elamite divinities, demonstrating the religious syncretism in his beliefs. Kanishka's coins from the beginning of his reign bear legends in Greek language and script and depict Greek divinities.

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