Q72
Which Mauryan ruler appointed a Buddhist missionary to spread Buddhism in Kashmir?
A.
Chandragupta
B.
Ashoka
AnswerC.
Bindusara
D.
Samprati
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
Kashmir became the part of Mauryan Empire in 3rd Century BC, King Ashoka (304 - 232 BC) introduced Buddhism in Kashmir. To preach Buddhism, he appointed Buddhist missionaries Majjhantika and Urvasa in Kashmir.