Brahmi script is one of the oldest writing systems used in South Asia, and most modern Indian scripts are derived from it. Ashokan inscriptions are some of the earliest and most widespread examples of Brahmi use. These inscriptions show variations depending on the region, which provides insights into the evolution and regional diversification of the script.
Which one of the following statements is correct ?
Asked in UPSC CAPF 2023 · Topic: Ancient Literature and Litterateur (Sanskrit Grammar and Linguistics (Panini's Ashtadhyayi, Patanjali's Mahabhashya))
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Answer: A. Brahmi, used for writing many Ashokan in‐ scriptions, shows local variations.
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