UPSC History The Mourya Empire Question Bank Maurya Period

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    Which one of the following inscriptions refers to construction of two granaries to be used in the time of distress?

    A)  Madhuban copper plate

    B)  Poona copper plate

    C)  Damodarpur copper plate

    D)  Sohgaura copper plate

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

    The earliest known copper-plate, known as the Sohgaura copper-plate, is a Mauiya record that mentions famine relief efforts. The Sohgaura copper plate refers to a pair of Kosthagara (granaries) to be used in the time of distress. Other Copper plate inscription describe are not associated with Ashoka's empire.


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