India During Mauryan Period — History STD 11 Commerce / Arts — Question
Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 11 Commerce / ArtsHistoryIndia During Mauryan Period3 Marks
Question
Write a note on Ashoka’s effort to spread Buddhism.
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Answer
Ashoka adopted his ancestor’s policy of Digvijaya and expansion of the kingdom.
He attacked Kalinga and conquered it.
Ashoka’s victory proved to be a turning point in history as well as in the life of Ashoka. There was a great loss of human life.
The destruction caused due to the Kalinga war brought about a great change in the mind of Ashoka.
He adopted a non-violent peaceful attitude. The desire of Digvijaya was replaced by Dhammavijaya.
For the implementation of Dhammavijaya, he introduced new policies, for example, the appointment of ‘Dharmamahamatras’ ban on intoxicating drinks, guiding principles regarding code of conduct, etc.
He also sent monks to various countries for the spread of Buddhism.
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