Which one of the following ancient Indian records is the earliest royal order to preserve food-grains

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Which one of the following ancient Indian records is the earliest royal order to preserve food-grains to be utilised during the crises in the country? 
(a) Sohgaura Copper-plate
(b) Rummindei Pillar-edict of Ashoka
(c) Prayaga-prasasti
(d) Mehrauli Pillar inscription of Chandra


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(a) The earliest known copper-plate called Sohgaura is a Maurya record that mentions famine relief efforts. It is one of the very few pre-Ashoka Brahmi inscriptions in India.

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