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Kalinga war became a turning point in Ashoka’s life. How?
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Solution
- In the war of Kalinga, many people died.
- He understood that war only brings destruction of families.
- The Kalinga war had incredible influence over the personal life and policy of Ashoka.
- Hence Kalinga war proved to be a turning point in the life of Ashoka.
- He found his consolation in Buddhism.
- He was representing for his deeds. He embraced Buddhism and took the vow of inculcation ‘Dhamma’ to all men through out his life.
- He gave up the policy of Dig Vijay and adopted the policy of Dharma Vijay.
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