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During Ashoka's period, _____ was used more than wood for artworks.

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sand
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cement
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steel
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stone
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Solution

The correct option is D stone
The Mauryans made huge contributions to Indian art. Most of the artworks that existed prior to Ashoka’s time were made of wood. Ashoka’s period saw the transition from the use of wood to stone in artworks.

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