Mauryan epigraphy: The only son of Ashoka named in his inscriptions but not elsewhere. Identify the son uniquely mentioned epigraphically. Choose the correct option.
General Knowledge
Indian History
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AMahendra (Mahinda)
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BKunala
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CTivara
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DJalauka
Answer
Correct Answer: Tivara
Explanation
Given data
- Ashokan inscriptions explicitly name only one son who is otherwise obscure.
ReasoningThe Queen's Edicts mention Tivara. Mahendra (Mahinda) and others are known from literary traditions, not Ashoka's own inscriptions.
Final AnswerTivara