Consider the following statements about Dhamma of Ashoka:
1. Bhabru edict reflects Ashoka’s faith in Buddhism.
2. Ashoka explained Dhamma as ones faith only in Buddhist religion.
3. Ashoka was intolerant towards religion other than Buddhism, as depicted on Rock Edict XII.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Explanation:
Explanation: Statement 2 is incorrect: The Dhamma as explained in Ashoka’s edicts is not a religion or a religious system but a moral law. Statement 3 is incorrect: In Rock Edict XII he pronounces his policy of equal respect to all religious sects more clearly. Supplementary notes: Dhamma of Ashoka Bhabru edict says Ashoka had full faith in Buddha, Dhamma and Sangha . The Dhamma as explained in Ashoka’s edicts is not a religion or a religious system but a moral law, a common code of conduct or an ethical order. He showed respect to all sects and faiths and believed in using ethical and moral values of all sects. In Rock Edict XII he pronounces his policy of equal respect to all religious sects more clearly.