The correct answer is: A. Vima Kadphises
Vima Kadphises was the first Kushan emperor to introduce gold coinage in India. He was the son of Kujula Kadphises, who founded the Kushan Empire in the 1st century CE. Vima Kadphises ruled from around 90 to 127 CE. He was a powerful and successful ruler who expanded the Kushan Empire to include much of Central Asia and northern India.
Vima Kadphises’ gold coins are some of the most beautiful and well-preserved coins from ancient India. They are made of pure gold and are inscribed with Vima Kadphises’ name and titles. The coins depict Vima Kadphises as a warrior king, often riding a horse or elephant.
Vima Kadphises’ gold coinage was a major innovation in Indian numismatics. It helped to establish the Kushan Empire as a major power in the region and it also helped to spread the Kushan culture and religion.
The other options are incorrect because:
- B. Vima Taktu was the son of Vima Kadphises. He ruled from around 127 to 150 CE.
- C. Vasishka was the grandson of Vima Kadphises. He ruled from around 150 to 175 CE.
- D. Kujula Kadphises was the founder of the Kushan Empire. He ruled from around 1st century CE to 90 CE.