Question

What is a defining characteristic of Ashokan pillars?

• A. They were constructed using multiple stone blocks.
• B. Each pillar was carved from a single piece of stone.
• C. They varied significantly in form and dimensions.
• D. They were primarily made of wood.

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Each pillar was carved from a single piece of stone.

Ashokan Pillars - Ashokan pillars share a similar form and dimensions. - Each pillar is a monolith, meaning it is carved from a single piece of stone. - They are made of sandstone sourced from the Chunar quarries. - Their surfaces are highly polished, giving them a lustrous appearance. Pillars without Inscriptions: - The Bull Capital Pillar at Rampurva - The Lion Capital Pillar at Vaishali - The Kosam Pillar, which lacks a capital