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Question
This is the picture of an Ashokan edict.

How are Ashokan edicts useful?
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Solution
The edicts are a source of valuable information of the Mauryan period.
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The word dhamma is derived from the Sanskrit word _______ which means ____________.
Answer the following question briefly:
Explain any five steps taken by Ashoka to propagate dhamma in and outside India.
State whether the following is true or false.
Ashoka’s dhamma was based on the principles of Buddhism.
This is the picture of an Ashokan edict.

Where were these edicts inscribed?
Ashoka’s Dhamma was based on the principle of Buddhism.
This is the picture of an Ashokan edicts.

- What are edicts?
- How are Ashokan edicts useful?
- Where were these edicts inscribed?
- Name the script used in Sanchi Inscription.
- How many Rock Edicts are there?
After the battle of Kalinga, Ashoka became a Buddhist.
Under the Mauryan administration, punishments were very mild.
Explain Ashoka’s Dhamma.
Who am I
I carry an official order or proclamation issued by a king.
