Consider the following statements about Ashokas faith in Buddhism : 1. Rummindei Pillar Inscription and Nigali Sagar Pillar Inscription provide clear evidence of Ashokas faith in Buddhism. 2. Minor Rock Edict-I gives evidence of a sudden change in Ashokas

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Q: 83 (CDS-I/2022)
Consider the following statements about Ashoka’s faith in Buddhism :
1. Rummindei Pillar Inscription and Nigali Sagar Pillar Inscription provide clear evidence of Ashoka’s faith in Buddhism.
2. Minor Rock Edict-I gives evidence of a sudden change in Ashoka’s faith in Buddhism.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

question_subject: 

History

question_exam: 

CDS-I

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{'rummindei pillar inscription': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'ashoka': [6, 1, 2, 3], 'nigali sagar pillar inscription': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'faith': [1, 0, 1, 1], 'buddhism': [8, 0, 2, 2], 'minor rock edict': [0, 0, 0, 2], 'evidence': [0, 0, 0, 5], 'clear evidence': [0, 0, 0, 1]}

The correct answer is option 3: Both 1 and 2. Let`s break down each statement to understand why they are both correct.

Statement 1: The Rummindei Pillar Inscription and Nigali Sagar Pillar Inscription provide clear evidence of Ashoka`s faith in Buddhism. This statement is correct because these inscriptions, found on pillars erected by Ashoka, explicitly mention his devotion to Buddhism and the promotion of its teachings. These inscriptions serve as historical evidence of Ashoka`s faith in Buddhism.

Statement 2: Minor Rock Edict-I gives evidence of a sudden change in Ashoka`s faith in Buddhism. This statement is also correct. The Minor Rock Edict-I, found in the rock edicts of Ashoka, reveals a shift in his religious beliefs and practices. It indicates a transformation from his initial imperialistic and violent approach to a more peaceful and compassionate outlook, influenced by Buddhism.

Therefore, both statements provide valid evidence of Ashoka`s faith in Buddhism, making option 3 the correct answer.