Q. Who was titled as 'Light of Asia'?
Answer: Gautam Buddha
Notes: Gautam Buddha is also known as the ‘Light of Asia’ and the ‘Enlightened One.’ He was given the title of ‘Light of Asia’ by great historian Edward Arnold. Born as Siddhartha Gautam in the royal family of Kapilvastu, he received the title of ‘Buddha or the Enlightened One after the attainment of enlightenment.

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