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Which Mauryan emperor built the Great Stupa at Sanchi?

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

Answer options

  1. Bindusara
  2. Ashoka
  3. Chandragupta Maurya
  4. Dasharatha

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Ashoka

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) Ashoka šŸ“š Explanation: The Great Stupa at Sanchi, located in Madhya Pradesh, was originally commissioned by the Mauryan emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE. It is one of the oldest stone structures in India and contains the relics of the Buddha. The site is now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.