Multiple choice general knowledge history

what does the name ‘Ashoka’ mean?

  1. Confidence

  2. Fighter

  3. I am without Sorrow

  4. I am With Sorrow
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Explanation

The name 'Ashoka' is derived from Sanskrit, where 'a' means 'without' and 'shoka' means 'sorrow' or 'grief'. Emperor Ashoka adopted this name after the Kalinga war when he renounced violence and embraced Buddhism. The name reflects his transformation from a conqueror to a promoter of peace and non-violence. It signifies someone who is beyond sorrow.

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