Which one of the following ancient Indian records is the earliest royal order to preserve food grains to be utilised during the crises in the country?
- Sohagaura Copper Plate
- Rummindei Pillar Edict
- Prayaga-Prasasti
- Mehrauli Iron Pillar Inscription
Explanation
Option (a) is correct
- The Sohgaura copper-plate inscription (4th–3rd century BCE, in Uttar Pradesh) records the setting up of a state granary to store food grains during times of famine, making it the earliest known royal order on foodgrain preservation in ancient India. It is a Maurya record that mentions famine relief efforts.
