Question

Why is Kanishka called the ‘Second Ashoka’?

Answer 1

Answer:

Kanishka worked for the preaching of Buddhism. He spread Buddhism to China, Japan, Central Asia and Tibet; and convened the 4th Buddhist Council at Kun- dalvana in Kashmir. Due to his works, he is often called 'Second Asoka'.

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Answer 2

Answer:

Emperor Kanishka is termed as a second Ashoka because he played a key role in the spreading of the Mahayana form of Buddhism

Explanation:

Like, king Ashoka , Emperor Kanishka  also played a major role in spreading the Mahayana form of Buddhism.As per the hindu caste system the kushan people belonged to the lower caste of the society,so he supported the Mahayana form of Buddhism.

Under his kingdom the religious philosophy of Mahayana Buddhism was spread to areas of central Asia and China.

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