History Jainism And Buddhism

Q. Ashoka’s prime claim to greatness lay in

A
The promotion of people's welfare by him
B
His extensive conquests
C
His marathon army
D
His exclusive patronage of Buddhism

Correct Answer

The promotion of people's welfare by him

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    A)1584
    B)1484
    C)1684
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    A)Rousseau
    B)Locke
    C)Hegel
    D)Plato
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    A)Moti Masjid
    B)The Panch Mahal
    C)Tomb of Salim Chishti
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    A)1495
    B)1398
    C)1496
    D)1498
    Answer: 1498
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    B)One-half
    C)One-fourth
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  • Q. The system of competitive examination for civil service was accepted in principle in the year
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  • Q. Which of the following Gupta emperors is represented his coins as playing the lute or Veena?
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  • Q. In 1942 who appealed the Britishers to leave India in God’s hands?
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