The name ‘Piyadassi’ is associated with whom among the following Mauryan kings?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Ashoka.
The name ‘Piyadassi’ is associated with Emperor Ashoka of the Mauryan dynasty. This term, meaning "Beloved of the Gods" or "He who looks with kindness," appears in several of his edicts. Initially, scholars were uncertain about the identity of Piyadassi, but inscriptions and historical references later confirmed it as a title used by Ashoka. These inscriptions, found across the Indian subcontinent, reflect his commitment to Dhamma (moral law) and his efforts to promote peace and welfare during his reign.