The year of accession of Kanishka to throne was :

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The year of accession of Kanishka to throne was :

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History

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SSC

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The correct answer is option 2, 78 AD. Kanishka was a ruler of the Kushan Empire, which was a major power in Central Asia and Northern India during the 1st and 2nd centuries AD. Kanishka`s accession to the throne in 78 AD marked the beginning of his reign. During his rule, Kanishka expanded the Kushan Empire and promoted the spread of Buddhism, making him one of the most renowned Kushan emperors. His reign was characterized by a flourishing of art, trade, and cultural exchange between the Kushan Empire and other regions such as China and the Roman Empire. So, the correct year of Kanishka`s ascension is 78 AD.