Which of the following is a Sinhala (Sri Lankan) account, which is an important literary source of the Maurya Empire?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Mahavamsa.
· The Mahavamsa is a significant Sinhala (Sri Lankan) chronicle that provides valuable insights into the history of the Maurya Empire, particularly the reign of Emperor Ashoka and his role in the spread of Buddhism.
· It is an epic poem written in Pali and records the history of Sri Lanka from its legendary beginnings to the early part of the reign of King Mahasena (334–361 CE).
· The Mahavamsa is an important source for understanding the ancient connections between Sri Lanka and India, especially during the Maurya period.
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· Arthasastra: An ancient Indian treatise on statecraft, economic policy, and military strategy, traditionally attributed to Chanakya (Kautilya), who was a key advisor to Chandragupta Maurya.
· Indica: A classical account written by the Greek ambassador Megasthenes, who visited the Maurya court. It provides a detailed description of the Maurya Empire during the reign of Chandragupta Maurya.
· Mudrarakshas: A Sanskrit play written by Vishakhadatta that dramatizes the ascent of Chandragupta Maurya to power and the role of Chanakya in overthrowing the Nanda Dynasty.