Q. The most informative source about Mauryan administration is?
(a) Indica
(b) Arthashastra
(c) Ashokan Inscriptions
(d) Buddhist Chronicles
Ans: (b) Arthashastra
Explanation:
The most informative source about Mauryan administration is option (b) Arthashastra. The Arthashastra is an ancient Indian treatise on statecraft, governance, and administration attributed to the scholar Kautilya, also known as Chanakya. It provides detailed insights into various aspects of Mauryan administration, including principles of governance, statecraft, economic policies, law and order, diplomacy, and military strategies. The Arthashastra is considered a valuable resource for understanding the administrative system of the Mauryan Empire.
While the other options mentioned, such as “Indica,” “Ashokan Inscriptions,” and “Buddhist Chronicles,” contain important historical information, they focus on broader aspects of history, religious teachings, and edicts rather than specifically delving into the details of Mauryan administration like the Arthashastra does.
