Consider the following statements about Ashoka's faith in Buddhism:<br>1. Rummindei Pillar Inscription and Nigali Sagar Pillar Inscription provide clear evidence of Ashoka's faith in Buddhism.<br>2. Minor Rock Edict-I gives evidence of a sudden change in Ashoka's faith in Buddhism.<br>Which of the statements given above is/are <strong>correct</strong>?
- A. 1 only ✓
- B. 2 only
- C. Both 1 and 2
- D. Neither 1 nor 2
Correct Answer: A. 1 only
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct as the Rummindei and Nigali Sagar pillar inscriptions commemorate Ashoka's pilgrimage to Buddhist holy sites. Statement 2 is incorrect because Minor Rock Edict I indicates that Ashoka's devotion to Dhamma grew gradually over time, not suddenly.
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