In which edict or inscription, Ashoka declared his faith in Buddha, Dhamma and Samgha and called Buddha the Bhagavat?

Maski Minor Rock Edict

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Rummindei Minor Pillar Edict

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Sarnath Pillar Edict

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Bhabra Minor Rock Edict

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Solution

The correct option is D Bhabra Minor Rock Edict
In the Bairat or Bhabra minor rock edict, Ashoka declared his faith in Buddha, Dhamma and Samgha and called Buddha the Bhagavat. It is near Jaipur in Rajasthan. In this edict, Ashoka refers himself as Piyadassi laja Magadhe (Piyadassi, King of Magadha). Bairat was both a centre of religious activity and an important city of the region, with a large population.

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29. Which of the following statements given is/are correct with regard to edicts of Ashoka?

i. They were written in pali and prakrit only.

ii. They deal with Ashoka's Dhamma and also give instruction to his official.

iii. The 13th rock edict gives details about his war with Kalinga.

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