Question

Mention about the archaeological sources and literary source of the Post-Mauryan Period.

Answer 1

Archaeological Sources of the Post-Mauryan period :

1. Ayodhya Inscription of Dana Deva
2. Persepolis, Nakshi Rustam Inscriptions
3. Moga (Taxila copper plate)
4. Junagadh/Gimar Inscription
5. Nasik Prasasti
6. Inscription of Darius I
7. Coins of Satavahanas
8. Coins of Kadphises II
9. Roman Coins

Literary Sources:

1. Puranas
2. Gargi Samhita
3. Harshacharita of Banabhatta
4. Mahabhasyaof Patanjali
5. Brihastkatha of Gunadhya
6. Madhyamika Sutra of Nagaijuna
7. Buddhacharita of Asvaghosha
8. Malavikagnimitra of Kalidasa