Question

Essay on ashok stambh in english for grade 2

Answer 1

The pillars of Ashoka are a series of columns dispersed throughout the Indian subcontinent, erected or at least inscribed with edicts by the Mauryan king Ashoka during his reign in the 3rd century BC. Of the pillars erected by him, twenty still survive including those with inscriptions of his edicts. Only a few with animal capitals survive of which seven complete specimens are known.[2] Two pillars were relocated by Firuz Shah Tughlaq to Delhi.[3] Several pillars were relocated later by Mughal Empire rulers, the animal capitals being removed.[4] Averaging between 12 to 15 m (40 to 50 ft) in height, and weighing up to 50 tons each, the pillars were dragged, sometimes hundreds of miles, to where they were erected.[5]

Answer 2

Ashok Stambh

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• Introduction : Ashok Stambh is one of the most important historical monuments of the India which was established by the famous Maurya empire.

• Description : The Ashok Stambh is basically a tall column and on the top of the column the statues of four lions are demonstrated. These four lions are the symbolism of power, courage and confidence. The original Ashok Stambh was established in the famous Buddhist religious place of India which is known as the Sarnath.

• Significance : The lion capital of the Ashok Stambh is adopted as the official emblem of the India. We can see the logo of this lion capital of Ashok Stambh on every government files, currencies etc.

• Conclusion : The Ashok stambh is an important representation of the Indian culture and history. That's why we should respect this precious representation.