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Which religion did Ashoka follow?

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Jainism
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Christianity
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Buddhism
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Hinduism
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Solution

The correct option is C Buddhism
Ashoka was a follower of Buddhism. He converted to Buddhism in 263 BCE. Ashoka never tried to impose his religion on his subjects.

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