Minor Pillar Edict

Lumbini (Rummindei)

Minor Pillar Edict (Rummindei Version)

Minor Pillar Edict (Rummindei Version)

Location: Ashokan inscription site — Lumbini (Rummindei)., Lumbini Province, Nepal
Date: c. 260–250 BCE
Script: Brahmi
Language: Prakrit
Type: Minor Pillar Edict
Coordinates: 27.4696° N, 83.2756° E

Overview

The Rummindei pillar inscription records Ashoka's visit and tax remission at Lumbini, the birthplace of the Buddha.

Lumbini (Rummindei) site view — Lumbini (Rummindei)

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The Inscription

Full original text and translation for this edict will be published as edition data is finalised.