Question
One of these inscriptions describes a ruler’s view on dhamma and affirms his adherence to Buddhist philosophy. For 10 points each:
[10m] Identify these inscriptions engraved on columns in the third century at the order of an Indian ruler.
ANSWER: Edicts of Ashoka [accept Rock Edicts]
[10e] Ashoka was a ruler of this Iron Age Empire which was founded by his grandfather Chandragupta.
ANSWER: Mauryan Empire
[10h] Ashoka’s father was this Mauryan emperor, who consolidated the conquests of his own father Chadragupta. His name refers to a bluish spot on his forehead caused by a drop of poison.
ANSWER: Bindusara [or Amitraghāta; or Amitrakhāda; or Amitrochates]
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Summary
| 2023 ILLIAC (Cornell) | 2023-10-21 | Y | 4 | 20.00 | 100% | 75% | 25% |
| 2023 ILLIAC (Mainsite) | 2023-10-21 | Y | 8 | 15.00 | 100% | 50% | 0% |
Data
| Columbia Ly-α | RIT | 10 | 10 | 0 | 20 |
| Cornell Wind | Rochester B | 0 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| Cornell Earth | Rochester A | 10 | 10 | 10 | 30 |
| Cornell Fire | Rochester C | 10 | 10 | 0 | 20 |