How many years is Saka era behind Christian era?
2017
How many years is Saka era behind Christian era?
Answer: A. 78 — The Saka Era, which is used in the Indian National Calendar, commenced in 78 AD. Therefore, the Saka Era is 78 years behind the Christian (Gregorian) Era.…
- A.
78
- B.
100
- C.
65
- D.
None of these
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Correct answer: A
The Saka Era, which is used in the Indian National Calendar, commenced in 78 AD. Therefore, the Saka Era is 78 years behind the Christian (Gregorian) Era.
Example:
2025 AD = 2025 − 78 = 1947 Saka (approximately, depending on the month).
Therefore, the correct answer is A) 78.
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