Ancient Commercial Epigraphy

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2021

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ID: ART_HIS_2021_171 Ref: History of Ancient India by Upinder Singh

Which of the following inscription known as the first advertisement of the world?

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The Dashpur inscription at Mandsaur, MP, is considered the world's first advertisement, promoting the silk saris of a local weaver's guild.

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