Ancient History (Ashoka The Greate)

Quiz: Emperor Ashoka

1. What major change did Ashoka make in his policies after the Kalinga War?

• A) He expanded his empire further.
• B) He adopted Buddhism and promoted non-violence.
• C) He imposed stricter laws on his subjects.
• D) He focused on trade with other countries.

2. Where are the Edicts of Ashoka primarily found?

• A) On ancient manuscripts
• B) On stone pillars and rocks
• C) In temple inscriptions
• C) On coins

3. Which council did Ashoka convene to discuss and propagate the teachings of Buddhism?

• A) The Fourth Buddhist Council
• B) The Third Buddhist Council
• C) The Second Buddhist Council
• D) The First Buddhist Council

4. What was one of the key principles promoted by Ashoka in his Edicts?

• A) Caste discrimination
• B) Animal sacrifice
• C) Tolerance and non-violence
• D) Expansionist warfare

5. What was the primary purpose of Ashoka's Dhamma?

• A) To spread Buddhism only within India
• B) To promote his personal power and control
• C) To promote moral and ethical governance
• D) To establish a new political ideology

6. Which of the following was not a feature of Ashoka's administration?

• A) Development of infrastructure
• B) Establishment of hospitals and wells
• C) Promotion of military conquests
• D) Support for Buddhist monasteries

7. What was Ashoka's stance on religious tolerance?

• A) He promoted only Buddhism
• B) He persecuted non-Buddhist religions
• C) He advocated for respect and tolerance towards all religions
• D) He restricted religious practices to his court

8. In which present-day Indian state can the famous Ashoka Pillar be found?

• A) Uttar Pradesh
• B) Bihar
• C) Madhya Pradesh
• D) Rajasthan

9. What significant event led Ashoka to adopt Buddhism?

• A) His father’s death
• B) The conquest of Kalinga
• C) His marriage to a Buddhist princess
• D) The fall of his empire

10. Which of the following was a key feature of Ashoka’s foreign policy?

• A) Aggressive military campaigns
• B) Peaceful diplomacy and trade
• C) Isolationism
• D) Expansion through marriage alliances