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Which of the following statements is/are true about King Ashoka of the Mauryan period?
A. Before he ascended the throne, Ashoka was viceroy of Gwalior and Vidisha
B. He was also known as "Devanampiya" - beloved of the gods - and "Piyadassi" - of pleasing appearance.
C. After his remorse at the conquest of Kalinga, he restored it to its original rulers
D. The administrative reforms of Ashoka led to the decentralisation of power


A) A and B

B) Only B

C) C and D

D) Only D

Correct Answer:
B) Only B


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