Consider the following statements about ancient Indian inscriptions:<br>1. The earliest inscriptions are in Sanskrit.<br>2. Kharosthi script, used in inscriptions in the north-west, was deciphered with the help of coins of Indo-Greek kings who ruled over the area.<br>3. Most of the inscriptions mention grand, unique events, and routine agricultural practices do not find mention.<br>How many of the above statements is/are correct?
- A. 1
- B. 2 ✓
- C. 3
- D. None
Correct Answer: B. 2
Explanation
The earliest deciphered inscriptions were in Prakrit, not Sanskrit, making statement 1 false. The other two statements regarding the Kharosthi script decipherment and the typical content of inscriptions are correct.
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