Multiple choice general knowledge history

The Indian National calendar is also known as

  1. Maurya Calendar

  2. Gupta Calendar

  3. Saka Calendar

  4. Mughal Calendar
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Indian National Calendar, officially adopted in 1957, is based on the Saka era and is therefore called the Saka Calendar. The Maurya (A), Gupta (B), and Mughal (D) periods are historical eras but not calendar systems. The Saka era begins in 78 CE.

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