King Ashoka - GS questions based on daily current affairs

1)   Consider the following statements

1. Ashoka's inscription in Afghanistan used Brahmi script.
2. It is written from left to right.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. None
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Only 2

Explanation:
Ashoka's inscription in north-central India used Brahmi script. Ashoka's inscription in Afghanistan used Kharoshti script. Brahmi script was deciphered in 1837 by James Prinsep.

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