Which of the following books serves as a source for the Mauryan period?

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.