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which of the following inscriptions of Ashok ban animal sacrifice on certain festive gathering, that probably included a ban on animal killing as well|?1. Rock Edict- I2. Pillar Edict - V3. Rock Edict - IX4. Rock Edict - XI

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 1 : Rock Edict- I
  • The Major Rock Edicts of Indian Emperor Ashoka refer to 14 separate major Edicts of Ashoka which are significantly detailed and represent some of the earliest dated rock inscriptions of any Indian monarch.For a full English translation of the Edicts.
  • Rock Edict I : Prohibits animal slaughter. Bans festive gatherings and killings of animals. Only two peacocks and one deer were killed in Asoka’s kitchen. He wished to discontinue this practice of killing two peacocks and one deer as well.


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