Which one of the following present day territories was outside the limits of Ashoka's empire?

  1. A. Brahmaputra valley, Assam
  2. B. Baluchistan
  3. C. North Bengal
  4. D. Kashmir valley

Correct Answer: A. Brahmaputra valley, Assam

Explanation

While Ashoka's empire covered most of the Indian subcontinent, the Brahmaputra valley (Assam) and parts of the deep south (Chola, Pandya, Chera) remained outside his direct rule.

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