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What do the four lions on top of the Ashoka pillar in Sarnath symbolize?
What do the four lions on top of the Ashoka pillar in Sarnath symbolize?
- Peace and friendship (correct)
- War and conquest
- Trade and prosperity
- Strength and power
Why did the Buddhist ideals of non-violence inspire the freedom movement during India's independence struggle?
Why did the Buddhist ideals of non-violence inspire the freedom movement during India's independence struggle?
- Because they advocated for peaceful resistance (correct)
- Because they supported authoritarian rule
- Because they promoted hatred and hostility
- Because they encouraged war and aggression
What significance do the lions on India's currency notes hold?
What significance do the lions on India's currency notes hold?
- Indicate domination and subjugation
- Signify truth, peace, and friendliness (correct)
- Represent dishonesty and deceit
- Symbolize a call to war and conflict
What were some common occupations of people who lived within the Mauryan Empire?
What were some common occupations of people who lived within the Mauryan Empire?
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What did Mauryan officials collect from the area under direct control of the ruler?
What did Mauryan officials collect from the area under direct control of the ruler?
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True or False: Ujjain was the gateway to the north-west during the Mauryan Empire.
True or False: Ujjain was the gateway to the north-west during the Mauryan Empire.
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What was the ancient name of Bengal according to the text?
What was the ancient name of Bengal according to the text?
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What language were Ashokan inscriptions written in?
What language were Ashokan inscriptions written in?
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What was the role of Dhamma Mahamatta in spreading Ashoka's message?
What was the role of Dhamma Mahamatta in spreading Ashoka's message?
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Why were slaves and servants ill-treated during Ashoka's rule?
Why were slaves and servants ill-treated during Ashoka's rule?
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