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Ashoka's Conversion to Buddhism: A Turning Point in History
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What was the name of the battle that is believed to have prompted Ashoka's conversion to Buddhism?
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Battle of Kalinga
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The Battle of Kalinga, fought in 261 BCE, was a pivotal event in Ashoka's life. The immense bloodshed and suffering he witnessed during the battle deeply affected him and is believed to have been a major factor in his conversion to Buddhism.