Samvidhan Sabha
5.4. Ashoka's Dhamma
- Emperor Ashoka (268–232 BCE) and his Dhamma Emperor Ashoka was inspired by Buddhist values and promoted public welfare, ethical governance and non-violence.
- He erected edicts across his empire, which enshrined democratic ideals such as religious tolerance and public participation.
- Evidence: The Kalinga Edict mentions that —
- All subjects, irrespective of their religion, are entitled to justice and welfare.
A Tribute to India's Democratic Heritage
