Question

The hathigumpha inscription was inscribed by the emperor of Kalinga in India, during second century BCE. It consists of seventeen lines in a Central-Western from of Prakrit incised in a deep-cut Brahmi script. Which of the following emperors inscribed it?

• A. Dhana Nanda
• B. Ashoka
• C. Kharavela
• D. Samdragupta

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

• Kharavela was the third and greatest emperor of Magameghavahana dynasty of Kalinga.
• Kharavela is known to have revived the past glory of Kalinga. He led many successful campaigns against the kingdoms of Magadha, Anga, and Satavahana.
• Kharvela was a Jain follower, but despite being a Jain follower he never hesitated in warfare.