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Ashoka's Dhamma
What were the...
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What were the main principles of Ashoka's dhamma?
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Instructions:
There should be at least 3 points here.
Explain what dhamma is.
Explain the principles of Ashoka’s dhamma.
Solution:
The word dhamma means religious duty. As described in Ashokan edicts, it is a code of conduct.
The principles of Ashoka’s dhamma are as follows-
We should live together in peace and harmony.
We should be friendly and not engage in conflict over land or religion.
We should follow ahimsa, or non-violence.
Children should obey elders and elders should treat children with kindness.
We should be kind to slaves and servants.
We should be truthful and charitable.
We should reject unnecessary rituals.
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