Question

V. Look at the picture and answer the following questions (6)

1. Which ruler issued the inscription on this pillar edict

2. Write the name of the script in which it is written?

3. What was the purpose of erecting such pillar edicts?​

Answer 1

Answer:

1. Edicts of Ashoka

2. Prakrit in Brahmi script

3. The purpose of the edicts was not only to instruct the people in Dhamma but to show Ashoka's contrition over his earlier behavior and his commitment to peace through Buddhist principles. ... In doing so, Ashoka transformed the minor philosophical-religious sect of Buddhism into a world religion.