Mauryan Empire: The Mauryan Empire was one of the largest and most powerful empires in ancient India, encompassing much of present-day India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Nepal.
Buddhism: Buddhism is a religion founded by Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha) that emphasizes spiritual enlightenment through meditation, ethical conduct, and mindfulness.
Edicts: Edicts were official proclamations or decrees issued by Emperor Ashoka to communicate his policies and principles throughout his empire.