UPSC Prelims 1997·GS1·history·ancient history

Which one of the following edicts mentions the personal name of Asoka?

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  1. AKalsi
  2. BRummindei
  3. CSpecial Kalinga Edict
  4. DMaskiCorrect

Explanation

The correct answer is D because the Maski Minor Rock Edict, located in Karnataka, was the first inscription to explicitly identify King Devanampriya Priyadarsi as Asoka. While most of his other inscriptions use his royal titles, the Maski edict is significant for linking the title Devanampriya with his personal name. Apart from Maski, his personal name is also mentioned in the edicts at Gujarra, Nittur, and Udegolam.
history: Which one of the following edicts mentions the personal name of Asoka?

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