History • Ancient IndiaEasy
The famous Besnagar Pillar inscription in Madhya Pradesh, featuring a dedication to Lord Vasudeva, was erected by which Greek ambassador?
A. Megasthenes
B. Heliodorus✓ Correct Answer
C. Deimachus
D. Dionysius
💡 Solution & Explanation
Heliodorus was dispatched as an ambassador by Indo-Greek ruler Antialcidas to the court of Bhagabhadra, subsequently erecting the renowned Heliodorus pillar at Besnagar to honor Vasudeva. Other envoys like Megasthenes visited different historical courts during distinct chronological periods.
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