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In which year was the Sakabda Samvat started -

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. 78 A.D.
  2. 58 B.C.
  3. 58 A.D.
  4. 78 B.C.

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 78 A.D.

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: A) 78 A.D. šŸ“š Explanation: The Sakabda or Saka Era calendar was officially started in 78 CE (A.D.) by the greatest Kushan Emperor, Kanishka I, to mark his accession to the imperial throne. This chronological era became widely popular among various Indian dynasties across centuries. Due to its historical accuracy and wide usage, it was adopted by the Government of India as the basis for the Indian National Calendar in 1957.