An engraved rock pillar from Ashoka's time would be considered a primary source. This is because it is a direct artifact created during that historical period, providing firsthand evidence of the beliefs, practices, and governance of Ashoka's reign. Historians can analyze its inscriptions and context to gain insights into the culture and society of the time.
Asoka is a empire who ruled India.
Alexander the great
that he was interested in bettering the lives of all living things
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buddhism became more important
They are a written record.
They are a written record.
because he wrote edicts about the priciples that guided his rule.
edict 13 forgiveness
Asoka's edicts became a focus of study in the past 150 years due to their significant historical, cultural, and ethical insights into ancient India and Buddhism. Scholars and historians recognized these edicts as valuable primary sources that reflect Asoka's policies, governance, and commitment to non-violence and social welfare. Additionally, the rediscovery of these inscriptions in the 19th century spurred interest in understanding their linguistic, historical, and philosophical implications, leading to a broader exploration of Asoka's impact on Indian civilization and beyond.
When asoka fought the kalinga kingdom, it was a brutal battle. When he was walking on the battlefield he was touched by the bloodshed and well this is d turnin point.
Despite giving American English some rules and standards, why could Webster not keep it from changing