Who among the following Mauryan kings gave up war after the battle of Kalinga?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Ashoka.
The Mauryan king who gave up war after the Battle of Kalinga was Ashoka. The Battle of Kalinga, fought around 261 BCE, had a profound impact on Ashoka due to the immense loss of life and suffering.
After witnessing the devastation caused by the war, Ashoka experienced a change of heart and embraced Buddhism. Subsequently, he adopted a policy of non-violence (ahimsa) and focused on promoting moral and ethical principles throughout his empire.