Consider the following statements about Ashoka’s faith in Buddhism : 1. Rummindei Pillar Inscription and Nighali Sagar Pillar Inscription provide clear evidence of Ashoka’s faith in Buddhism. 2. Minor Rock Edict-I gives evidence of a sudden change in Ashoka’s faith in Buddhism. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements : 1. According to Mahavamsa, Ashoka turned to the Buddha's dhamma when his nephew Nigrodha preached the doctrine to him. 2. Divyavadana ascribes Ashoka being drawn t…

With reference to the religious history of India, consider the following statements : 1. Sthaviravadins belong to Mahayana Buddhism. 2. Lokottaravadin sect was an offshoot of Mahasanghika sect of Bud…

With reference to ancient India, consider the following statements: 1. The concept of Stupa is Buddhist in origin. 2. Stupa was generally a repository of relics. 3. Stupa was a votive and commemorati…

With reference to the cultural history of India, consider the following pairs : 1. Parivrajaka - Renunciant and Wanderer 2. Shramana - Priest with a high status 3. Upasaka - Lay follower of Buddhism…

With reference to the religious history of India, consider the following statements: 1. The concept of Bodhisattva is central to Hinayana sect of Buddhism. 2. Bodhisattva is a compassionate one on hi…