Question : The interpretation of ancient inscriptions requires knowledge of:
Option 1: Modern languages
Option 2: Ancient scripts and languages
Option 3: Contemporary politics
Option 4: Digital technology
Correct Answer: Ancient scripts and languages
Solution : The interpretation of ancient inscriptions requires knowledge of ancient scripts and languages, such as Brahmi, Kharosthi, and Prakrit, to understand the content and context of the inscriptions.
Question : The interpretation of inscriptions allows historians to reconstruct:
Option 1: Ancient rituals
Option 2: Daily life of common people
Option 3: Political and social structures
Option 4: Mythological tales
Question : Inscriptions from the ancient period often serve as primary sources for the study of:
Option 1: Mythology
Option 2: Linguistics
Option 3: Art and architecture
Option 4: History and politics
Question : Which of the following is a challenge faced by historians in interpreting inscriptions?
Option 1: Lack of inscriptions
Option 2: Ambiguity in language and script
Option 3: Modern forgeries
Option 4: All of the above
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