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Which one of the following political centers finds a mention in Ashokan inscriptions ?

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Indraprastha

Kaushambi

Suvarnagiri

Kandahar

- Indraprastha: While a significant city in the epic Mahabharata, there is no reference to Indraprastha in Ashokan inscriptions.

- Kaushambi: Another ancient city known in historical texts, but it does not appear specifically in Ashokan inscriptions.

- Suvarnagiri: Mentioned in the Ashokan edicts, Suvarnagiri was an important political and economic center in southern India during Ashoka's reign.

- Kandahar: Known in Ashokan inscriptions, it was an important center, particularly reflecting Ashoka's influence in the northwest region.