Emperor Kanishka I (circa 127 CE to 140-150 CE) stands out as the most powerful ruler among the Kushans. The lineage of Kushan rulers includes significant figures such as Kujula Kadphises, Vima Takto, Vima Kadphises, Kanishka I, Vasishka, Huvishka, Vasudeva I, Kanishka II, Vasishka, Kanishka III, and Vasudeva II. After Kanishka's demise, the Kushan Empire began to weaken, with Indian Shakas rejecting their authority, asserting independence. The Kushan Empire, with its diverse cultural amalgamation, left an indelible mark on history. Despite their eventual decline, their legacy endured through cultural assimilation and transformation, exemplified by their embrace of Hinduism under the reign of Chandragupta II.

Source: The Hindu January 27, 2024 14:32 UTC