Q229
Who among the following Kushan Emperors was the first to introduce the gold coinage in India?
A.
Vima Kadphises
AnswerB.
Vima Taktu
C.
Vasishka
D.
Kujula Kadphises
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
Vima Kadphises added to the Kushan territory by his conquests in Afghanistan and north-west Pakistan. He issued an extensive series of coins and inscriptions. He was the first to introduce gold coinage in India, in addition to the existing copper and silver coinage.