By which name is Menander known in Indian tradition?
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Correct answer: Milinda
Menander was a prominent Indo-Greek ruler and is called Milinda in Indian Buddhist tradition. The Buddhist text ‘Milindapanha’ records dialogues between King Milinda and the monk Nagasena. Kanishka was a Kushan ruler, so he is not Menander’s Indian name. Exam tip: Remember the link Menander—Milinda—Milindapanha.
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Milinda
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Menander was a prominent Indo-Greek ruler and is called Milinda in Indian Buddhist tradition. The Buddhist text ‘Milindapanha’ records dialogues between King Milinda and the monk Nagasena. Kanishka was a Kushan ruler, so he is not Menander’s Indian name. Exam tip: Remember the link Menander—Milinda—Milindapanha.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 General Knowledge question. Chapter: Indian History. Topic: Famous Indian Rulers.
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