Q. Which of the following is not one of the sources for determining the geographical extent of the Mauryan empire during the reign of Ashoka?
(a) The distribution of his rock and pillar edicts
(b) The contents of his inscriptions
(c) The literary and religious traditions
(d) Numismatic evidence
Ans: (d) Numismatic evidence
Explanation: The correct answer is (d) Numismatic evidence.
The numismatic evidence, which refers to the study of coins, is not one of the primary sources for determining the geographical extent of the Mauryan Empire during the reign of Ashoka. While numismatic evidence can provide valuable information about the economic aspects and monetary system of an empire, it is not the primary source for determining the territorial boundaries or extent of the Mauryan Empire.
