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What prompted Ashoka to convert to Buddhism?
What prompted Ashoka to convert to Buddhism?
- A military victory in Central Asia
- A severe drought in his empire
- The Battle of Kalinga (correct)
- A diplomatic mission to China
After converting to Buddhism, what role did Ashoka take on?
After converting to Buddhism, what role did Ashoka take on?
- Chief military strategist
- Active defender of the Buddhist religion (correct)
- Lead architect of the Mauryan Empire
- Prominent poet and writer
What impact did Ashoka have on Buddhism?
What impact did Ashoka have on Buddhism?
- He introduced Hinduism as the state religion
- He worked to make Buddhism popular in his empire and beyond (correct)
- He banned all religions
- He isolated Buddhist monks from society
What was the historical significance of Ashoka's conversion to Buddhism?
What was the historical significance of Ashoka's conversion to Buddhism?
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How did Ashoka's efforts impact the history of Buddhism?
How did Ashoka's efforts impact the history of Buddhism?
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Study Notes
Ashoka the Great and Buddhism
- Ashoka, the emperor of ancient India, played a crucial role in the history of Buddhism.
- He converted to Buddhism after the Battle of Kalinga, a brutal war that resulted in a massive loss of life.
- Ashoka became a zealous advocate for Buddhism after his conversion, taking various measures to promote the religion within his empire and beyond.
- He worked tirelessly to spread Buddhism and strengthen its roots in India and other regions, leaving a lasting impact on the history of the religion.
- Ashoka's efforts to popularize Buddhism ultimately contributed to the growth and development of the religion.
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Learn about the ancient Indian emperor Ashoka the Great, his role in the history of Buddhism, and his efforts to promote and strengthen the religion in his empire and beyond.
