Buddhism in Sri Lanka took roots during the time of:

Chandra Gupta

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Mahapadma Nanda

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Asoka

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Gautamu putra Satkarni

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The correct option is C
Asoka
According to chronicles, Buddhism was introduced into Sri Lanka somewhere in the 3rd century BCE by Mahinda Thera who was the son of Emperor Ashoka. He had arrived on the island during the reign of King Devanampiya Tissa who was residing in Anuradhapura.

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