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Bindusara was called 'Amitraghata' by the Greeks; what does it mean?

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The Greek form Amitrochates, connected with Sanskrit Amitraghata, is interpreted as 'slayer of enemies' and is associated with Bindusara. Titles meaning beloved of the gods or pleasant-looking are connected with Ashokan usage, while 'conqueror of the world' is not the accepted meaning of Amitraghata.

AConqueror of the world
BLord of the earth
CBeloved of the gods
DSlayer of enemies
Correct Answer: Slayer of enemiesYour Answer: D

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Correct answer: Slayer of enemies. The Greek form Amitrochates, connected with Sanskrit Amitraghata, is interpreted as 'slayer of enemies' and is associated with Bindusara. Titles meaning beloved of the gods or pleasant-looking are connected with Ashokan usage, while 'conqueror of the world' is not the accepted meaning of Amitraghata.

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