Q. Consider the following statements regarding Ashoka Dhamma:

1. Ashoka Dhamma was inspired by the teachings of Buddha.
2. Dhamma mahamatta was appointed who went from place to place teaching people about Dhamma.
3. Ashoka inscribed the message of Dhamma on to rocks and pillars.

Choose the correct options from the codes given below:
Answer: All of the above
Notes: Ashoka’s Dhamma did not involve worship of a god, or performance of a sacrifice. He felt that just as a father tries to teach his children, he had a duty to instruct his subjects. He was also inspired by the teachings of Buddha. There were a number of problems that troubled him. People in the empire followed different religions, and this sometimes led to conflict. Animals were sacrificed. Slaves and servants were ill treated. Besides, there were quarrels in families and amongst neighbours. Ashoka felt it was his duty to solve these problems. So, he appointed officials, known as the Dhamma mahamatta who went from place to place teaching people about Dhamma. Besides, Ashoka got his messages inscribed on rocks and pillars, instructing his officials to read his message to those who could not read it themselves.