Question

Make a mind map(flowchart)on ashoka and describe him.

Answer 1

Ashoka was a Mauryan king.

Explanation:

• It is believed that Buddha predicted the birth of Ashoka and said a king would be born that will reign four continents and will promote Buddhism.

• He was called as Chand Ashoka as he killed half of his brothers for the throne.

• He always conquered neighborhoods whenever he got the chance but after the battle of Kalinga, he changed his policies.

• In the Kalinga war, around 100,000 people from each side were killed, he witnessed such a scene for the first time and that brought back his humanity.

• He screamed what has he done and then decided that he will work for the welfare of people from now on.

• He promoted Buddhism and built many Stupas and Viharas.

• He died in 232 BC after ruling for 38 years.