Question

Which steps were taken by Ashoka to spread Buddhism?

Answer 1

1. Ashoka appointed ‘Dharmamahamtra’

2. He installed inscription all across the kingdom .

3. Preaches were sent to other countries. Ex: Rakshita was sent to Banavasi. Mahadeva was sent to Mahishamandala. Rahula & Sangamithra to Srilanka

4. He organized the third Buddhist conference to Pataliputra in 250 BCE