Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Ancient India: Kings, Farmers and Towns

Question:
Which of the following statement (s) is/are true in respect of the word inscription?
Options:
Inscriptions are writings engraved on hard surfaces such as stone, metal or pottery.
They usually record the achievements, activities or ideas of those who commissioned them and include the exploits of kings, or donations made by women and men to religious institutions.
Inscriptions are virtually permanent records, some of which carry dates.
All of the above.
Correct Answer:
All of the above.
Explanation:
Inscriptions are writings engraved on hard surfaces such as stone, metal or pottery. They usually record the achievements, activities or ideas of those who commissioned them and include the exploits of kings, or donations made by women and men to religious institutions. Inscriptions are virtually permanent records, some of which carry dates.