Description
Ashoka Edicts in New Light by B. M. Barua offers a scholarly re-examination of the inscriptions issued by Emperor Ashoka across the Indian subcontinent. Barua analyzes the linguistic, historical, and philosophical dimensions of the edicts, shedding new light on Ashoka’s message of Dhamma (righteousness), ethical governance, and religious tolerance. Through critical interpretation and comparison, Barua reveals the edicts as foundational texts for understanding ancient Indian polity and moral thought, highlighting Ashoka’s role as a visionary ruler and moral reformer.
