Emperor Ashoka played an important role in Buddhist pilgrimage sites. Which of the following best describes his contribution?

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Emperor Ashoka played an important role in Buddhist pilgrimage sites. Which of the following best describes his contribution?

Accepted Answer

He erected pillars and stupas to mark sacred sites and promote Buddhism — Emperor Ashoka (3rd century BCE) erected inscribed pillars and stupas at key pilgrimage sites, including at Lumbini, to mark their significance and spread the Dhamma. He did not write the Pali Canon, the Mahabodhi Temple was built later, and Lumbini was already an existing site long before his rule.

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He founded the city of Lumbini as a new capital for Buddhism

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He built the Mahabodhi Temple at Bodh Gaya himself

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He wrote the Pali Canon to preserve Buddhist teachings

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He erected pillars and stupas to mark sacred sites and promote Buddhism

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