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What is Kalinga War? Explain Briefly.

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After ascending the throne, Ashoka fought the famous Kalinga War. According to Megasthenes, the Greek historian at the court of Chandragupta Maury, the ruler of Kalinga had a powerful army comprising infantry, cavalry and elephants. Ashoka faced tough resistance. According to the Rock Edict - XIII, both sides suffered losses, but people of Kalinga suffered the most. Though Ashoka won the war, it had far reaching consequences for him and his empire.

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