History Mauryan Empire

Q. Who amongst the following also had the name ‘Devanama Piyadassi’?

A
Mauryan King Chandragupta Maurya
B
Mauryan King Ashoka
C
Gautam Buddha
D
Bhagwan Mahavira

Correct Answer

Mauryan King Ashoka

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