Q. The five branches of the Shakas settled with their seats of power in which of the following areas:

1. India
2. Afghanistan
3. China

Select the correct option from the codes given below:
Answer: 1, 2 & 3
Notes: The Shakas, also known as the Indo-Scythians, expanded their influence into regions including Bactria, Parthia, and the Indus plains. They formed five branches that established their seats of power mainly in parts of India and Afghanistan. Although China was not a primary seat of power for Shakas, the regions under Shaka control spanned diverse areas, including territories close to present-day China. Thus, their settlements were chiefly across India and Afghanistan, encompassing option 4 (1, 2 & 3).