Correct option is B
The correct answer is (b) Maurya
Explanation:
· Historically, Emperor Ashoka belonged to the Mauryan Dynasty (option b).
· He was the grandson of Chandragupta Maurya, the founder of the empire.
Information Booster:
· Kalinga War: A turning point in Ashoka's life that led him to adopt Buddhism and the path of non-violence (Dhamma).
· Inscriptions: He is famous for his rock and pillar edicts spread across the Indian subcontinent.
· Title: Often referred to as "Devanampiya" (Beloved of the Gods).
Additional Knowledge:
· Gupta Dynasty: Founded by Sri Gupta; known as the Golden Age.
· Pala Dynasty: Ruled in the Bihar and Bengal regions; great patrons of Buddhism.
· Chalukya Dynasty: A royal dynasty that ruled large parts of southern and central India between the 6th and 12th centuries.
