Kushana ruler Kanishka is especially associated with patronage of which religion?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Buddhism
Kanishka is traditionally remembered as an important patron of Buddhism, particularly forms connected with Mahayana developments. Buddhist traditions also associate him with a council, although details of that council are debated. His support for Buddhism makes option A correct; the other choices do not represent his best-known religious association.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Buddhism
Why is this the correct answer?
Kanishka is traditionally remembered as an important patron of Buddhism, particularly forms connected with Mahayana developments. Buddhist traditions also associate him with a council, although details of that council are debated. His support for Buddhism makes option A correct; the other choices do not represent his best-known religious association.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 History question. Chapter: Writing and City Life.
