Question
The principal patrons of the Gandhara art were the:
Answer & ExplanationAnswer: [C]
The correct answer is Sakas and Kushanas. Gandhara art originated during the 1st and 2nd century AD during the rule of Indo-Greek dynasties. Sakas and Kushanas were the principal patrons of this art, which was was a mixture of Indian and Graeco-Roman elements. Kanishka, who was an ardent follower of Buddhism, patronized life-size sculptures of Buddha showing his life from birth till death.
