The account of Kalinga war is mentioned in _______.

Rock edict XIII

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The correct option is A Rock edict XIII
The Asokan edicts are divided into two groups, viz Major rock edicts and minor rock edicts. Rock Edict XIII or 13 is the major one. The accounts of Kalinga war was depicted in rock edict 13. The Kalinga war made a deep impact on his mind so he went to the path of Dhamma or peace in his later life.

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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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