Which Indo-Greek ruler was famous as Milinda?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Menander
Milinda was the Indian name of the Indo-Greek ruler Menander. The Buddhist text Milindapanha records dialogues between King Milinda and the monk Nagasena. Rudradaman was a Shaka ruler, whereas Kanishka and Vasudeva were Kushan rulers. Exam tip: remember the link ‘Milindapanha—Menander—Nagasena’.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Menander
Why is this the correct answer?
Milinda was the Indian name of the Indo-Greek ruler Menander. The Buddhist text Milindapanha records dialogues between King Milinda and the monk Nagasena. Rudradaman was a Shaka ruler, whereas Kanishka and Vasudeva were Kushan rulers. Exam tip: remember the link ‘Milindapanha—Menander—Nagasena’.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 General Knowledge question. Chapter: Indian History. Topic: Famous Indian Rulers.