Multiple choice Which of the following is known as the “Light of Asia”? Mahatma Gandhi Asoka Mahavira Gautam Buddha Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself D Correct answer Explanation Gautam Buddha is called the "Light of Asia" in the famous 1879 poem by Edwin Arnold titled "The Light of Asia." This epic poem describes Buddha's life and teachings, presenting him as a spiritual illuminator of the Asian continent.