As mentioned in Asokan inscriptions, there were five major political centres in the Mauryan empire including the capital Pataliputra and other four provincial centres. Which among the following was not the provincial centre?

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As per the contents mentioned in Asokan inscriptions, there were five major political centres in the Mauryan empire.
The five major political centres of the Mauryan empire were located at Pataliputra, Taxila, Ujjain, Tosali and Suvarnagiri.
Pataliputra:-
- It was the capital of the Mauryan empire.
- It was located on the Ganges River, and it was a major center of trade and commerce.
- Pataliputra was a well-planned city with a grid layout and a variety of public buildings, including palaces, temples, and gardens.
Taxila:-
- It was located in the northwest of the Mauryan empire, and it was a major center of learning and culture.
- Taxila was home to a number of universities and schools, and it was a popular destination for students from all over the world.
Ujjain:-
- It was located in the central part of the Mauryan empire, and it was a major center of trade and commerce.
- Ujjain was also a major religious center, and it was home to a number of temples and shrines.
Tosali:-
- It was located in the east of the Mauryan empire, and it was a major center of agriculture and commerce.
- Tosali was also a major port city, and it played an important role in the empire's trade with other countries.
Suvarnagir:-
- It was located in the south of the Mauryan empire, and it was a major center of gold mining and trade.
- Suvarnagiri was also a major religious center, and it was home to a number of temples and shrines.

Additional Information

Asokan inscriptions:-
- These are a collection of more than 30 edicts issued by Emperor Ashoka of the Maurya Empire (272-232 BCE).
- They are found on rocks and pillars throughout India, Nepal, Pakistan, and Afghanistan.
- They are written in a variety of languages, including Prakrit, Brahmi, Aramaic, and Greek.