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The Spread of Buddhism
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Which Indian emperor is credited with embracing Buddhism and promoting its spread throughout his empire?
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Ashoka
💡 Explanation:
Ashoka, the third Mauryan emperor, is widely regarded as the greatest patron of Buddhism. He converted to Buddhism after witnessing the horrors of the Kalinga War and played a crucial role in spreading the religion across his vast empire.