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प्रश्न
Answer the following question briefly:
What are edicts? Why were they composed in Prakrit?
उत्तर
Edicts are orders issued by a ruler. They are also a source of valuable information of the Mauryan period. They were composed in Prakrit because it was easy language to understand by the common people.
संबंधित प्रश्न
Tick (✓) the right answer:
Ashoka appointed special officers to look after the welfare of people. They were called
Fill in the blank.
Ashoka’s dhamma was based on human values and a __________ inspired by the teachings of ______________
Answer the following question briefly:
Mention the main principles of Ashoka’s ‘Dhamma’.
This is the picture of an Ashokan edict.
Where were these edicts inscribed?
Answer the following question briefly:
Describe the distinctive features of Ashokan pillars.
Ashoka’s Dhamma was based on the principle of Buddhism.
Ashoka sent his son and daughter to ______.
Third Buddhist Council at his capital ______.
Ashoka emphasised obedience and respect for parents, preceptors, and elders.
State the salient feature of the Lion Capital of Ashoka.
