Question

4. The main factor responsible for creating our contacts with different parts of Asia was-
(a) Hinduism
(b) Jainism
(c) Islam
(d) Buddhism ​

Answer 1

Answer:

During the Maurya empire, the Indian culture and way of life were deeply influenced by Buddhism.

Buddhism appealed to people of lower castes because it emphasized individuals’ path to enlightenment and salvation, which could be attained in this life.

Buddhism also received state support from Emperor Ashoka, who converted to Buddhism in 260 BCE.