In which Rock Edict Ashoka mentions about the casualities of Kalinga War and declares the renunciation of war?
A. Maski Edict
B. Rock Edict XIII
C. Rock Edict XI
D. Rock Edict X
Answer: Option B
Solution(By Examveda Team)
The rock edict XIII gives a clue that Kalinga was a country previously unconquered, thus Ashoka's declaration of war was that of unprovoked aggression. The Kalinga war witnessed terrible manslaughter and destruction.Related Questions on Mauryan Empire
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