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What effect did Emperor Ashoka have on Buddhism?

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Ashoka was able to rule over the vast and diverse Mauryan empire through a centralized policy of dharma that favored peace and tolerance and that administered public works and social welfare

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Ashoka was able to rule over the vast and diverse Mauryan empire through a centralized policy of dharma that favoured peace and tolerance and that administered public works and social welfare. He likewise patronized the spread of Buddhism and art throughout the empire.

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