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Download Solution PDFAccording to the Ashokan Inscription which of the following was NOT a provincial centre in Magadha Empire?
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Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Indraprastha.
Key Points
- Indraprastha
- According to the Ashokan Inscriptions, the city that was not listed as a provincial center in the Mauryan Empire (the empire during Ashoka's reign, not the earlier Magadha Empire) is Indraprastha.
- Indraprastha is an ancient city believed to be located where the present-day city of Delhi.
- It's frequently mentioned in ancient Indian literature, particularly the Mahabharata, one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India.
- According to the Mahabharata, Indraprastha was the capital of the Pandavas, who were the heroes of this epic.
- It was said to be a magnificent, prosperous city constructed for them by the divine architect Vishwakarma at the command of Lord Krishna.
Additional Information
| City Name | Location (Modern Name/Country) | Historical Significance | Era of Prominence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tosali | Dhauli, India | Tosali was an important administrative center during the Mauryan Empire, according to Ashokan Inscriptions. | Mauryan Empire (322–185 BCE) |
| Ujjayini | Ujjain, India | Ujjayini (Ujjain) was a significant city during the Mauryan Empire and served as a hub for the western provinces. It was also a major cultural and economic center in ancient India, with its history spanning many centuries before the Mauryan Empire. | Various Indian Dynasties, including Mauryan Empire (322–185 BCE) |
| Taxila | Taxila, Pakistan | Taxila was a crucial learning center and a provincial capital in the northwestern part of the Mauryan Empire. Known for its university, it attracted students from far and wide in ancient times. | Various Empires, including Mauryan (322–185 BCE), and later, the Gupta Empire |
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