Which of the following was a result of the mixing of Hellenistic,nomadic,and Persian traditions with traditional Buddhism in South Asia?
A) Buddhist monks resisted Hellenistic influences as militaristic and immoral.
B) A new religious and spiritual synthesis led to Mahayana Buddhism.
C) The chief deity became Tengri,god of the open sky.
D) Persian traditions dominated because of the strength of Zoroastrianism.

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The mixing of Hellenistic, nomadic, and Persian traditions with traditional Buddhism in South Asia led to a new religious and spiritual synthesis that resulted in the development of Mahayana Buddhism. This form of Buddhism incorporated new beliefs and practices, including the concept of bodhisattvas and devotion to the Buddha as a divine figure. The other options are incorrect as they do not accurately reflect the historical developments in South Asia during this time.

Which of the Following Was a Result of the Mixing