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Question
With reference to the spread and growth of Buddhism, explain the role of the following:
Royal Patronage.
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Solution
With reference to the spread and growth of Buddhism, the role of the given heads is explained ahead:
Royal Patronage: Buddhism was apparently accepted by great leaders like - Ashoka, Kanishka, and Harsha. These rulers actively participated in flourishing and popularising Buddhism in the States and abroad. They sent Buddhist Missionaries to many countries like—Sri Lanka, China, Myanmar, Japan, and Korea to spread the light of Truth attained by Buddha.
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