Previous year MCQs

Ancient Indian History UPPSC 1992 GS-I
Question

When did Vikram Samvat started?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option D: 56 BC

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “56 BC”.

King Vikramaditya of Ujjain started the Vikram Samvat era in 56-57 B.C. after defeating the Sakas and freeing his people from their rule.

The Saka Era, also known as the Shaka Samvat, is believed to have been started by King Kanishka in 78 AD.

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