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  1. Which one of the following is the principal source of information on Asoka’s campaign against Kalinga ?
    1. Pillar Edict VII
    2. Mahavamsa
    3. Divyavadana
    4. Rock Edict XIII
Correct Option: D

The vivid description of Kalinga war is given in 13th Rock Edict of Asoka. The edict gives description of the devastation caused to Kalinga due to war and how the Mauryan emperor felt remorse for it.


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