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Who was the founder of the Kushana dynasty?

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Important Questions on Traders, Kings and Pilgrims

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Which Kushan ruler started the 'Shaka-era'?
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What steps did Kanishka take to extend his kingdom? 
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Each of the following has two words that are jumbled up. They are related to the keywords or phrases. Unscramble the words and write them in the space provided.

(iii) Fourth Buddhist Council                                HIMRSAK                                                AKSINKHA

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India imported silk from China to pass on to the Romans.
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Kanishka held the Fourth Buddhist Council? Give reason.
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The Kushanas were migrated to India from
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Who were the first to issue gold coins in India?

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The most powerful Saka ruler was _____.
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What was the extent of Kanishka's Empire? 
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How did Buddhism spread to other lands? Give your answers with special reference to the work of the missionaries, pilgrims, and travellers.
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On a sketch map of India and Central Asia, show the extent of Kanishka's empire. 
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Which was the second capital of Kushanas?
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What were Mathura and the Gandhara Schools? List down their differences and similarities. 
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We can say that India maintained close cultural contacts with Central Asia. Give reasons.
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Kanishka convened a special conference of Buddhist scholars at _____ (Kundalvana/ Sanchi).
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What steps were taken by Kanishka to spread Buddhism? To which countries did he send monks to preach the religion of the Buddha? 
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How did Kanishka patronize Buddhism?