Lesson 4.6

How does a brutal conqueror become a peace maker?

Asoka was the ___ emporer

• 2nd

• 3rd

• 1st

• 5th

What was Ashoka's primary goal during his early years as a ruler?

• To promote peace and harmony.

• To build hospitals for the poor.

• To expand the Mauryan Empire at any cost.

• To establish religious tolerance.

What event led Ashoka to feel deep regret and change his leadership style?

• The conquest of Kalinga and its aftermath.

• The death of his grandfather.

• A rebellion within the Mauryan Empire.

• A natural disaster in his empire.

After converting to Buddhism, what principle did Ashoka embrace to guide his rule?

• Nirvana, seeking personal enlightenment.

• Ahimsa, promoting non-violence in all aspects of life.

• Dharma, focusing on moral living and doing the right thing.

• Karma, emphasizing the consequences of actions.

What were the Edicts of Ashoka primarily used for?

• To record the history of the Mauryan Empire.

• To announce new laws and punishments.

• To mark the boundaries of his empire.

• To broadcast his philosophy of compassion and moral governance.

What was the long-term impact of Ashoka's legacy after his empire ended?

• His edicts were destroyed by invaders.

• His empire was revived by his descendants.

• His philosophy influenced rulers across Asia for centuries.

• His empire was forgotten within a century.