Question

What are the contributions of Emperor Ashoka?

Answer 1

Instructions:

This is a 5 marks question. There should be at least 5 points here. Bring up Ashoka’s early life of conquest and his subsequent change after the battle of Kalinga. Then show his conversion into Buddhism and what he did for the religion. Conclude by talking about his humanitarian efforts.

Solution:

• Ashoka was undoubtedly one of the most famous emperors of Ancient India.
• In his early life, Ashoka was a famous conqueror.
• But after the Battle of Kalinga, having witnessed all the death and destruction and pain, he decided to embrace Buddhism and spend the rest of his life spreading the message of peace and dharma.
• In fact, it was during his reign that Buddhism spread to different parts of Asia.
• Ashoka was a great humanitarian who created a lot of structures for the public like roads, hospitals for animals, etc.