Ashoka the Great for Kids: Who Were They?
After winning a brutal war, Ashoka felt terrible about the violence. He became Buddhist and spent the rest of his life promoting peace.
Famous for
Spreading Buddhism and moral governance
Achievement
Rock edicts promoting peace and dharma across empire
Why they matter
First major ruler to promote ethical governance based on compassion
In their words
All men are my children
Fun fact
He carved his messages about peace on rocks and pillars throughout India
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