Which one of the following statements regarding Asokan stone pillars is incorrect?

The question asks for the incorrect statement regarding Asokan stone pillars.(A) These are highly polished: True. The pillars are famous for their Mauryan polish, often called the 'mirror-like polish'.(B) These are monolithic: True. The main shafts of the pillars were carved from a single piece of stone (usually sandstone).(C) The shaft of pillars is tapering in shape: True. The shafts typically taper upwards from the base.(D) These are parts of architectural structures: False. Unlike Greek columns which often supported roofs or lintels, Asokan pillars were erected as standalone monuments, primarily to propagate Dhamma edicts or commemorate events. They were not integral load-bearing parts of larger buildings.Therefore, the incorrect statement is (D).