How The Kalinga War Changed Emperor Ashoka | Class 6 | Learn With BYJU'S

Ashoka, one of the greatest rulers known in history, not only ruled the Mauryan empire but also was the first ruler to take his message of peace to his people through inscriptions. Emperor Ashoka embraced Buddhism and tried to spread the concept across India. He wanted to conquer the Kingdom of Kalinga, and make it a part of the Mauryan Empire. In the war that ensued, what did Ashoka unexpectedly experience that changed his outlook drastically? Why did he renounce warfare and gravitate towards the path of Dhamma? How did he propagate his message of non-violence? Watch this video and learn how the mighty Emperor Ashoka made it his mission to alleviate human suffering and sorrow.

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