History · From State to Empire
UGC NET December 2022 History (Shift-II)
A copy of which Ashokan Rock Edict is found engraved on a bowl?
A13th Major Rock Edict
B7th Major Rock Edict ✓ Correct
C8th Major Rock Edict
D11th Major Rock Edict
Correct answer: (B) 7th Major Rock Edict — It is the 7th Major Rock Edict, so the answer is the 7th Major Rock Edict.
Explanation
★It is the 7th Major Rock Edict, so the answer is the 7th Major Rock Edict.
★A copy of the 7th Major Rock Edict is found engraved on a bowl.
★The 7th Rock Edict mentions tolerance towards all religious sects and welfare measures for the public.
★The 8th Rock Edict mentions Ashoka's first visit to Bodh Gaya and the Bodhi tree.
★The 11th Rock Edict mentions Dhamma as the best policy to follow.
★The 13th Rock Edict mentions the victory over Kalinga.
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