Q. Which of the following books serves as a source for the Mauryan period?
(a) Historica
(b) Indica
(c) Suttapitaka
(d) Jain Purvas
Ans: (b) Indica
Explanation: The book that serves as a source for the Mauryan period is option (b) “Indica.” “Indica” is an ancient Greek book written by Megasthenes, a Greek ambassador to the Mauryan court during the reign of Chandragupta Maurya. It provides valuable insights into the Mauryan Empire, its administration, society, and culture. Megasthenes’ “Indica” is considered a significant historical source for understanding the Mauryan period. The other options mentioned, “Historica,” “Suttapitaka,” and “Jain Purvas,” are not specifically related to the Mauryan period.
