Previous year MCQs

Ancient Indian History UPPSC 1996 GS-I
Question

"Milindpanha" is a:

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Pali Text

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Pali Text ”.

The Milindpanha is a Pali text that records a dialogue between the Indo-Greek King Menander (Milinda) and the Buddhist monk Nagasena. It's a significant work in Buddhist literature.

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