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In which of the following inscriptions we find earliest reference to ‘Sati’?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Asokan inscription of Girnar
  2. Aihole inscription
  3. Eran inscription
  4. Damodarpur inscription

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Eran inscription

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: C. Eran inscription 📚 Explanation: The Eran inscription, dating back to 510 AD (reign of Bhanugupta), provides the earliest documented reference to the custom of 'Sati' in India. It records the death of a general and the self-immolation of his wife on his pyre. This historical record is vital for understanding the origins and spread of this practice in ancient India. It serves as a primary archaeological source for social history.