Which of the following edicts of Emperor Ashoka explicitly mentions his remorse over the Kalinga War and renunciation of military conquest in favor of Dhamma conquest?

💡 Solution & Explanation

Major Rock Edict XIII provides a detailed and poignant account of the devastating Kalinga War, recording Ashoka deep remorse and his subsequent ideological shift toward conquest through Dhamma. Other edicts like Major Rock Edict VI emphasize the welfare of subjects and prompt reporting to the king, while Minor Rock Edict I outlines his personal progression in Buddhist adherence. Ashoka rock edicts are primarily written in Prakrit using Brahmi script, except those in the northwest written in Kharosthi.