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In which of the following countries was Buddhism first propagated outside India?
In which of the following countries was Buddhism first propagated outside India?
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The correct option is D Sri Lanka
Ashoka adopted Buddhism after Kalinga war. He began to implement Buddhist principles in the administration of his kingdom and named the new code of conduct Dhamma. For the first time, Buddhism was propagated outside India in Sri Lanka. His missions were headed by his son Mahindra, who travelled to Sri Lanka along with four other monks and a novice.
Ashoka adopted Buddhism after Kalinga war. He began to implement Buddhist principles in the administration of his kingdom and named the new code of conduct Dhamma. For the first time, Buddhism was propagated outside India in Sri Lanka. His missions were headed by his son Mahindra, who travelled to Sri Lanka along with four other monks and a novice.
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