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Ashoka the Great Quiz Trivia Questions and Answers

Learn about Ashoka the Great, whose reign marked a significant and enlightened period in Indian history, known for his promotion of Buddhism and welfare policies.

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Ashoka the Great was an emperor of which Indian dynasty?

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What significant event in Ashoka's life led to his conversion to Buddhism?

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Which of the following is a major contribution of Ashoka to Buddhist tradition?

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What are the 'Edicts of Ashoka'?

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Where can one find the original Ashoka Pillars today?

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Ashoka's rule is particularly noted for its:

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The Lion Capital of Ashoka is a national emblem of which country?

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Which Ashoka edict focuses on the respect for all religions?

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What language were the majority of Ashoka's edicts written in?

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What is the historical significance of the Kalinga War in Ashoka's reign?

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Which area did Ashoka send his son, Mahinda, to spread Buddhism?

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How did Ashoka communicate his laws and decrees to the people?

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What was the primary symbol depicted on the top of the Ashoka Pillar at Sarnath?

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Which of the following is NOT a true statement about Ashoka?

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What was the main purpose of Ashoka's Dhamma?

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Which modern-day country was part of Ashoka's empire?

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What was the typical form of the Ashoka Pillars?

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What animal is most commonly associated with Ashoka's edicts?

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Which of the following was a key feature of governance during Ashoka's reign?

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What legacy did Ashoka leave on Indian culture?

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Ashoka the Great Quiz Trivia Questions and Answers

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Ashoka the Great was an emperor of which Indian dynasty?

What significant event in Ashoka's life led to his conversion to Buddhism?

Which of the following is a major contribution of Ashoka to Buddhist tradition?

What are the 'Edicts of Ashoka'?

Where can one find the original Ashoka Pillars today?

Ashoka's rule is particularly noted for its:

The Lion Capital of Ashoka is a national emblem of which country?

Which Ashoka edict focuses on the respect for all religions?

What language were the majority of Ashoka's edicts written in?

What is the historical significance of the Kalinga War in Ashoka's reign?

Which area did Ashoka send his son, Mahinda, to spread Buddhism?

How did Ashoka communicate his laws and decrees to the people?

What was the primary symbol depicted on the top of the Ashoka Pillar at Sarnath?

Which of the following is NOT a true statement about Ashoka?

What was the main purpose of Ashoka's Dhamma?

Which modern-day country was part of Ashoka's empire?

What was the typical form of the Ashoka Pillars?

What animal is most commonly associated with Ashoka's edicts?

Which of the following was a key feature of governance during Ashoka's reign?

What legacy did Ashoka leave on Indian culture?

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