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History GK · Q38

Mauryan Empire

Competitive Exams · History GK · question 38

Q38

Bindusara sent Ashoka to quell the rebellion in

A.
Swarnagiri
B.
Taxila
Answer
C.
Ujjain
D.
Tosali

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
The Mahavamsa suggests that Bindusara appointed his son Ashoka as the viceroy of Ujjayini. Ashokavadana states that Bindusara sent Ashoka to lay siege to Takshashila. The Emperor refused to provide any weapons or chariots for Ashoka's expedition.