21. Viratnagar, capital of Matsya mahajanapada located in which region ?
(A) Malwa
(B) Peshawar
(C) Jaipur
(D) Bundelkhand
Correct Answer: (C) Jaipur
Answer Explanation:
Jaipur Viratnagar, capital of Matsya mahajanpada located near present Jaipur. It was used as a hiding place by Pandavas during 13th year of their exile.
22. Which rock edict gives information about Asoka’s conversion to Buddhism?
(A) Bhabru rock edict
(B) Kalinga rock edict
(C) Tarai rock edict
(D) Barabar cave rock edict
Correct Answer: (A) Bhabru rock edict
Answer Explanation:
The Bhabru rock edict gives information about Asoka’s conversion to Buddhism. The rock edict stated that he has full faith in Buddha, Sangha and Dhamma.
23. The Gufkral chalcolithic site is located in which state?
The 7th pillar edict elaborates the works done by the Mauryan Emperor, Ashoka for Dhamma Policy . He stated that all sects desire both self control and purity of mind.