SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 27

SSC CGL - 11 Sep 2024 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q27

Vasudeva I who issued coins in gold (dinars and quarter dinars) and copper (single denomination) was a _________king.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Kushana.

Vasudeva I, who issued gold coins (dinars and quarter dinars) and copper coins (single denomination), was a Kushan king. He ruled during the 2nd century CE and played a significant role in the expansion of the Kushan Empire. His coinage is notable for its high-quality gold coins, which often depicted his image along with various deities. The Kushan Empire was known for its cultural and economic prosperity, and Vasudeva I's coinage reflects the wealth and influence of his reign.