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The Mauryan Empire reached its height during the reign of Ashoka. Under Ashoka, the empire expanded as well as which religion?

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Answer: Buddhism

Explanation: After he converted to Buddhism, Emperor Ashoka began to spread his newly adopted religion. He had his views inscribed on rocks and stone pillars across the empire. He supported Buddhist missionaries and funded the building of Buddhist shrines and monasteries.

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Buddhism is the correct answer.
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