Q. Which of the following was the contribution of the Mauryas to the Tamil culture?
(a) Brahmi script
(b) Art of engraving stone inscriptions
(c) Prakrit language
(d) The art of stone-cutting and sculpture
Ans: (a) Brahmi script
Explanation: The correct answer is (a) Brahmi script.
The Mauryas made a significant contribution to the Tamil culture by introducing the Brahmi script. The Brahmi script is an ancient writing system used to write various languages in the Indian subcontinent, including Tamil. It was during the Mauryan period that the Brahmi script was adapted and used for writing Tamil inscriptions. This paved the way for the development of written Tamil literature and facilitated communication and record-keeping in the region.
