Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times.
2. The concept of Dhamma, as propounded by Emperor Ashoka, played a crucial role in shaping his reign and had a significant impact on ancient India. Explain. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: TN History – Class 11th Textbook (New Edition)
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1 and mentioned as part of Mission-2024 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about Dhamma, its features and measures taken to spread.
Directive:
Explain – Clarify the topic by giving a detailed account as to how and why it occurred, or what is the context. You must be defining key terms wherever appropriate and substantiate with relevant associated facts.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by defining Dhamma.
Body:
First, mention about the various components of Dhamma as propounded by Ashoka. The set of do’s and don’t that were part of the Dhamma.
Next, write about the measures taken by Ashoka to spread Dhamma across the subcontinent and the world.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing the legacy of dhamma.
