History Jainism And Buddhism

Q. The greatest Kushana ruler whose contribution to Buddhism was even greater than that of Ashoka, was

A
Kanishka I
B
Kadphises
C
Vasishka
D
Huvishka

Correct Answer

Kanishka I

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