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Asoka began to spread Buddhism throughout the Mauryan Empire because he (1 point) (1 point) Responses was celebrating the start of his rule. was celebrating the start of his rule. had no concern for the common people. had no concern for the common people. regretted the suffering caused by the massacre of Kalinga. regretted the suffering caused by the massacre of Kalinga. wanted to conquer more territories with his armies.
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The correct response is: **regretted the suffering caused by the massacre of Kalinga.**
Asoka spread Buddhism as a way to promote peace and moral values after witnessing the consequences of his violent campaigns, particularly after the Kalinga War.
Asoka spread Buddhism as a way to promote peace and moral values after witnessing the consequences of his violent campaigns, particularly after the Kalinga War.