Which Ancient Ruler Introduced Gold Coins in India
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Chandragupta
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Mouryagupta
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Aurangzeb
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Kanishkar
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Correct answer
Explanation
Kanishka (Kushan dynasty, 1st-2nd century CE) was the first ancient Indian ruler to introduce gold coins on a large scale. His coins featured Buddhist and Hindu deities and followed Greek standards. Chandragupta Maurya and later rulers used silver and copper coins. Aurangzeb (Mughal era) came much later.