The Maski inscription, which contained the word "Devanampiya Piyadasi" was deciphered by :

James Princep

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Alexander Cunningham

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Mortimer Wheeler

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Solution

The correct option is A James Princep
James Princep was an English scholar, orientalist, well known for deciphering Kharosthi and Brahmi scripts of ancient India.

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