Which of the following pillars of Ashoka was not found in Uttar Pradesh ?

A. Sankassa

B. Kalsi

C. Topra

D. Siddharth Nagar

Answer: Option D

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Siddharth Nagar pillar of Ashoka was not found in Uttar Pradesh. All the pillars of Ashoka were built at Buddhist monasteries, many important sites from the life of the Buddha and places of pilgrimage. Some of the columns carry inscriptions addressed to the monks and nuns. Some were erected to commemorate visits by Ashoka. Major pillars are present in the Indian States of Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and some parts of Haryana.