Multiple choice

After the battle of Kalinga, Asoka was...

  1. excited to conquer all of India.

  2. horrified by the slaughter and turned his back on warfare.

  3. too scared to continue the war.
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Kalinga War was a turning point for Asoka; the massive loss of life led him to renounce violence and adopt a policy of peace. He did not continue his military expansion after this realization.

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