Question

Which rock inscription gives an account of the achievements of Kalinga King Kharvela ?

A Karle Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B Hathigumpha Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C Junagarh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D Nasik Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

The Hathigumpha Inscription is the main source of information about the Jain Kalinga ruler Kharavela. His year-by-year achievements in this inscription, states Richard Salomon, "approximates the character of a pure panegyric".

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