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Timeline of Ashoka Regime | 304 BCE - 272 - 269 - 261 - 260 - 261–260 BCE - 258 - 250 BCE - Brief timeline of the Ashoka regime

Timeline of Ashoka Regime: Ashoka, also known as Ashoka the Great, was a prominent emperor of the Maurya Dynasty in ancient India. His reign is notable for the spread of Buddhism and his commitment to non-violence after the Kalinga War.  TIMELINE OF ASHOKA REGIME Here is a brief timeline of the Ashoka regime: 304 BCE: Ashoka is born, likely in Pataliputra (modern-day Patna, Bihar), to Emperor Bindusara and Queen Dharma. 272 BCE: Ashoka ascends to the throne after a series of power struggles following the death of his father, Bindusara. Parada Kahanee 269 BCE: The beginning of Ashoka's military conquests, expanding the Maurya Empire through warfare. The annexation of the Kalinga region (modern-day Odisha) is a pivotal event. 261 BCE: The Kalinga War takes place. The intense bloodshed and suffering during and after the war deeply affect Ashoka, leading to a spiritual transformation. 260 BCE: Inspired by the teachings of Buddhism, particularly those of Gautama Buddha, Ashoka ...