HISTORY
ANCIENT INDIA
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Question
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Which religion did Asoka convert to?
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Hinduism
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Buddhism
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Judaism
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Translation: Asoka ruled in Pāṭaliputta, best of towns; three years after his coronation he was converted to Buddha’s faith. Therefore, the conversion of Ashoka is said to be three years after his coronation.
Detailed explanation-2: -King Ashoka declared Buddhism the state religion around 260 BC. He mandated the practice of Dhamma, which became the foundation of his generous and tolerant administration.
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