The correct answer is Both 1 and 2.Ashokas dhamma was a code of conduct and a set of principles on how to live a life.It said that everyone should practice the principle of ahimsa, i.e. non-violence and non-injury to all living beings.The Edicts of Ashoka are in total 33 inscriptions written on the Pillars, boulders, and cave walls of the Mauryan Period.Rummindei Pillar Inscription (also known as Lumbini Pillar Edict) is in Nepal. It depicts that Ashoka travelled to the Buddhas birthplace. Hence, Statement 1 is correct.He reduced the taxes of the people living in that area. Nigali Sagar is also in Nepal.The edict ascertains the fact that Emperor Asoka enlarged the Kanakamuni Buddha's stupa and worshipped it.Konagamana stupa is also known as Kanakamuni stupa.Minor Rock Edict 1 Indicates that Ashoka turned towards Buddhism gradually, after 2.5 years in power. Therefore, It gives evidence of a sudden change in Ashoka's faith in Buddhism. Hence, Statement 2 is correct.Additional Information?BuddhismIt is a faith that was founded by Siddhartha Gautama("the Buddha"). Siddhartha Gautam, the Lord Buddha was born in 563 B.C at Lumbini in Nepal.Attained Nirvana under a Pipal tree at Bodh Gaya & henceforth known as Buddha(The enlightened one).Delivered his first sermon at Sarnath (Banaras) known called the Dhammacakkappavattana.Died at the age of 80 at Kushinagar (U.P).