Question

Q. With reference to the important aspect of rock edicts of Ashoka, which of the following statements is/are correct?

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• A. 1 only
• B. 1 and 2 only
• C. 1 and 3 only
• D. 1, 2 and 3

Answer 1

The correct option is D 1, 2 and 3

Explanation:

• Statement 1 is correct: Rock edict I announce bans on animal sacrifices (at some or all places) and on certain kinds of festive gatherings that probably included the killing of animals and also reports a reduction in the killing of animals for food in the royal kitchens.
• Statement 2 is correct: Rock Edict XIII talks about the Kalinga War.
• Statement 3 is correct: Rock edict IX begins with a criticism of ceremonies performed by people, especially women, on occasions such as illness, marriage, birth, and setting forth on journeys.