Who was the successor of Vima Kadphises in Kushana dynasty?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Kanishka.
The successor of Vima Kadphises in the Kushana dynasty was Kanishka, one of the most famous and influential Kushana emperors. Kanishka ascended the throne around the early 2nd century CE and is renowned for his military conquests, administrative skills, and patronage of Buddhism. Under his rule, the Kushana Empire expanded significantly, covering parts of northern India, Central Asia, and beyond. Kanishka played a crucial role in promoting Buddhist art, culture, and the spread of Mahayana Buddhism. His reign marked a golden period in Kushana history, fostering trade, cultural exchange, and religious development across the region.
Other options :
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Menander: Indo-Greek king, not a Kushan ruler; known for embracing Buddhism.
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Kujula Kadphises: Founder of the Kushan dynasty and predecessor of Vima Kadphises.
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Kharavela: King of Kalinga (present Odisha), unrelated to the Kushans.