Multiple choice

Asokan inscription 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

Asokan inscription were first deciphered by J. Prinsep. In 1837, James Prinsep succeeded in deciphering an ancient inscription on a large stone pillar in Delhi.  Prinsep's inscription proved to be a series of edicts issued by a king calling himself Beloved-of-the-Gods. 

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