Multiple choice

Ashokan inscriptions were first deciphered by

  1. A. Cunningham

  2. J. Prinsep

  3. V. A. Smith

  4. J. Fleet
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B Correct answer
Explanation

James Prinsep deciphered the Ashokan Brahmi script in 1837, which was a major breakthrough in understanding ancient Indian history. He successfully read the inscriptions at Allahabad (Prayag) and identified the name 'Devanampriya Priyadarsin' as Ashoka, unlocking a wealth of historical information about the Mauryan period.

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