Ashoka erected many pillars. - Vidyadip

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Ashoka erected many pillars.

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The destruction caused by the Kalinga war brought about a great change in the mind of Ashoka.
Great loss of human life diverted Ashoka’s mind towards the non-violent, peaceful Buddhist religion.
So, Ashoka erected many pillars to spread the religious ideals propagated by him.

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