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During which years did Ashoka rule as the Mauryan Emperor?
During which years did Ashoka rule as the Mauryan Emperor?
What was the extent of Ashoka's empire?
What was the extent of Ashoka's empire?
What was the capital city of Ashoka's empire?
What was the capital city of Ashoka's empire?
What major religion did Ashoka patronize?
What major religion did Ashoka patronize?
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What event led Ashoka to embrace Buddhism?
What event led Ashoka to embrace Buddhism?
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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.
