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    About Karuvaki

    Karuvaki was Ashoka's wife and Second Empress, known for her religious and charitable donations. She was a self-possessed and strong-willed consort.

    Karuvaki's Area of Expertise

    Ancient Indian history, Mauryan Empire, Ashoka's reign, Charitable donations, Religious practices, Motherhood

    A random fact that I love is...

    I was the only one of Ashoka's queens to have my religious and charitable donations recorded in the Queen Edict.