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In which year did James Prinsep finally decipher Asokan Brahmi?
A1924
B1875
C1947
D1838
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. 1838
1. Scholars worked back from Bengali and Devanagari.
2. Prinsep deciphered Brahmi in 1838.
3. Kharosthi was read via Indo-Greek coins.
_Source: NCERT Class 12 Themes in Indian History Part I, Theme 2, Kings, Farmers and Towns: Early States and Economies._
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