Arrange the following Ashokan Pillars/rock edicts from south to north: 1. Shahbazgarhi 2. Kaushambi 3. Jaugada 4. Brahmagiri Select the correct answer using the codes given below: |ForumIAS

[A] 1 3 4 2

[B] 4 2 3 1

[C] 1 2 3 4

[D] 4 3 2 1

Answer: D

Notes:

Explanation

The inscriptions of Asoka (c. 272/268-231BCE) on rocks and pillars are often regarded asamongst the most valuable sources.
Asoka was the first ruler who inscribed hismessages to his subjects and officials on stonesurfaces – natural rocks as well as polished pillars.
He used the inscriptions to proclaim what heunderstood to be dhamma.
This included respecttowards elders, generosity towards Brahmanas andthose who renounced worldly life, treating slavesand servants kindly, and respect for religions andtraditions other than one’s own.

Source: Themes in Indian History