Ashoka The Great And Kalinga War
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EXAMIVERSE
Legacy and Cultural Impact
- Spread of Buddhism: Missionaries dispatched to Sri Lanka, Southeast Asia, and Hellenistic lands, laying foundations for its global growth.
- Artistic Patronage: Lion Capital of Sarnath became India’s national emblem; the Ashoka Chakra (wheel) features centrally on the national flag.
- Political Model: His blend of centralized authority and welfare statecraft influenced subsequent Indian polities for centuries.