Mauryan Empire Sources Quiz
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Which language was most commonly used for writing Buddhist texts?

  • Prakrit
  • Magadhi
  • Sanskrit
  • Pali (correct)
  • Which text provides a real story of how Chanakya placed Chandragupta Maurya on the throne?

  • Kalpasutra
  • Parishtaparva
  • Mudrarakshasha (correct)
  • Mahavamsa
  • Who was the last ruler of the Mauryan Empire?

  • Mahinda
  • Brihadutta (correct)
  • Chandragupta Maurya
  • Ashoka
  • What did Ashoka donate to the Ajivikas according to the Barabar Cave Inscriptions?

    <p>Caves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of Punch Mark coins?

    <p>To have inherent and commodity value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which language was 'Indica' written?

    <p>Greek</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Arthashastra' mean?

    <p>Science of Wealth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which script was used to write Punch Mark coins?

    <p>Kharoshti</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Megasthenes incorrectly write about Mauryan society?

    <p>The society was divided into seven classes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of Ashoka's Pillar Inscriptions?

    <p>To serve as a means of communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

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