10 Questions
What do the four lions on top of the Ashoka pillar in Sarnath symbolize?
Peace and friendship
Why did the Buddhist ideals of non-violence inspire the freedom movement during India's independence struggle?
Because they advocated for peaceful resistance
What significance do the lions on India's currency notes hold?
Signify truth, peace, and friendliness
What were some common occupations of people who lived within the Mauryan Empire?
Farming and handicrafts
What did Mauryan officials collect from the area under direct control of the ruler?
Taxes
True or False: Ujjain was the gateway to the north-west during the Mauryan Empire.
False
What was the ancient name of Bengal according to the text?
Kalinga
What language were Ashokan inscriptions written in?
Brahmi
What was the role of Dhamma Mahamatta in spreading Ashoka's message?
Spreading the message of dhamma
Why were slaves and servants ill-treated during Ashoka's rule?
Most of them were prisoners of war
Test your knowledge on the Mauryan Empire's social structure and human rights concepts during that period. Answer questions related to the social status of Shudras, the role of the emperor, and the enforcement of laws in the empire.
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