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Uncover the Legacy of Ashoka the Great

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During which years did Ashoka rule as the Mauryan Emperor?

304-232 BCE

304-260 BCE

268-260 BCE

268-232 BCE (correct)

What was the extent of Ashoka's empire?

From present-day India to present-day Pakistan

From present-day Afghanistan to present-day Bangladesh (correct)

From present-day India to present-day Bangladesh

From present-day Afghanistan to present-day Pakistan

What was the capital city of Ashoka's empire?

Buddhism

Magadha

Pataliputra (correct)

Kalinga

What major religion did Ashoka patronize?

<p>Buddhism</p> Signup and view all the answers

What event led Ashoka to embrace Buddhism?

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Study Notes

Ashoka the Great

Ashoka ruled as the Mauryan Emperor from 268 to 232 BCE.
His empire extended across most of the Indian subcontinent, covering present-day India, Pakistan, Nepal, and parts of Afghanistan.
The capital city of Ashoka's empire was Pataliputra, known for its grandeur and strategic location along trade routes.
Ashoka is renowned for patronizing Buddhism, promoting it as a powerful force for social and moral reform.
The turning point that led Ashoka to embrace Buddhism was the Kalinga War, which resulted in significant loss of life and suffering, prompting him to seek non-violence and compassion.

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Test your knowledge of Ashoka the Great with this quiz! Learn about his life as the Mauryan Emperor of Magadha and his contributions to the spread of Buddhism. Explore his empire's vast reach across the Indian subcontinent and discover fascinating facts about his reign.