{"id":40691,"date":"2022-02-18T14:30:23","date_gmt":"2022-02-18T09:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/?p=40691"},"modified":"2025-08-04T16:04:58","modified_gmt":"2025-08-04T10:34:58","slug":"study-material-class-6-sst-ashoka-the-emperor-who-gave-up-war-class-6-extra-questions-history-chapter-8","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/study-material\/class-6\/sst\/ashoka-the-emperor-who-gave-up-war-class-6-extra-questions-history-chapter-8\/","title":{"rendered":"Class 6 Extra Questions History Chapter 8 Ashoka, The Emperor Who Gave War"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_37 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" 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Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for Class 6 History Chapter 8 Ashoka, The Emperor Who Gave Up War<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/study-material\/class-6\/sst\/ashoka-the-emperor-who-gave-up-war-class-6-extra-questions-history-chapter-8\/#FAQs_on_Extra_Questions_for_Class_6_History_Chapter_8_Ashoka_The_Emperor_Who_Gave_Up_War\" title=\"FAQs on Extra Questions for Class 6 History Chapter 8 Ashoka, The Emperor Who Gave Up War\">FAQs on Extra Questions for Class 6 History Chapter 8 Ashoka, The Emperor Who Gave Up War<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/study-material\/class-6\/sst\/ashoka-the-emperor-who-gave-up-war-class-6-extra-questions-history-chapter-8\/#Who_was_Ashoka_Class_6_answer\" title=\"Who was Ashoka Class 6 answer?\">Who was Ashoka Class 6 answer?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/study-material\/class-6\/sst\/ashoka-the-emperor-who-gave-up-war-class-6-extra-questions-history-chapter-8\/#Who_gave_up_war_class_6\" title=\"Who gave up war class 6?\">Who gave up war class 6?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/study-material\/class-6\/sst\/ashoka-the-emperor-who-gave-up-war-class-6-extra-questions-history-chapter-8\/#When_was_Ashoka_born\" title=\"When was Ashoka born?\">When was Ashoka born?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/study-material\/class-6\/sst\/ashoka-the-emperor-who-gave-up-war-class-6-extra-questions-history-chapter-8\/#Who_lived_in_Maurya_city\" title=\"Who lived in Maurya city?\">Who lived in Maurya city?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/study-material\/class-6\/sst\/ashoka-the-emperor-who-gave-up-war-class-6-extra-questions-history-chapter-8\/#Why_did_Ashoka_give_up_war\" title=\"Why did Ashoka give up war?\">Why did Ashoka give up war?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Class_6_Extra_Questions_Social_Science_History_Chapter_8_Ashoka_The_Emperor_Who_Gave_Up_War\"><\/span>Class 6 Extra Questions Social Science History Chapter 8 Ashoka, The Emperor Who Gave Up War<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Extra questions for class 6 history chapter 8: Ashoka, The Emperor Who Gave Up War as per the <a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/cbse\/cbse-syllabus\/\"><strong>CBSE syllabus<\/strong><\/a>. These questions are aligned with the NCERT curriculum and are designed to reinforce students&#8217; understanding of the chapter&#8217;s content, which explores the historical significance and the transformative journey of Emperor Ashoka. By engaging with these extra questions, students can deepen their grasp of the subject matter, enhance their critical thinking skills, and better prepare for their exams. This resource aims to support students in their academic journey and help them excel in their understanding of ancient Indian history as outlined in the <a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/cbse\/cbse-class-6-science-syllabus\/\"><strong>Class 6 social science syllabus<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Long_and_Short_Answer_Type_Extra_Questions_for_Class_6_History_Chapter_8_Ashoka_The_Emperor_Who_Gave_Up_War\"><\/span>Long and Short Answer Type Extra Questions for Class 6 History Chapter 8 Ashoka, The Emperor Who Gave Up War<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Short_Answer_Type_Extra_Questions_with_Answer_for_Class_6_History_Chapter_8_SAQs\"><\/span>Short Answer Type Extra Questions with Answer for Class 6 History Chapter 8 (SAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Question 1:<\/strong> Write an important historical event that took place more than 2300 years ago.<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> The founding of the Mauryan Empire by Chandragupta Maurya more than 2300 years ago is an important historical event.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 2:<\/strong> Name the countries where Ashokan inscriptions have been found.<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> Ashokan inscriptions have been found in countries like India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Nepal, and Bangladesh.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 3:<\/strong> Name the Indian states which were outside the Mauryan empire during the reign of Ashoka.<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> The Indian states which were outside the Mauryan empire during the reign of Ashoka included parts of modern Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 4:<\/strong> Who founded the Mauryan empire and when?<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> Chandragupta Maurya founded the Mauryan Empire more than 2300 years ago.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 5:<\/strong> Who supported Chandragupta?<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> Chandragupta was supported by a wise man named Chanakya (or Kautilya).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 6:<\/strong> Who wrote Arthashastra?<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> Chanakya (or Kautilya) wrote Arthashastra.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 7:<\/strong> What were written down in Arthashastra?<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> Arthashastra contains principles of statecraft, economic policies, military strategies, and administrative practices.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 8:<\/strong> Explain the meaning of the word &#8216;Dynasty&#8217;.<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> A dynasty refers to a series of rulers from the same family, typically succeeding each other from parent to child.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 9:<\/strong> Write the names of three rulers of the Mauryan dynasty.<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> Three rulers of the Mauryan dynasty were Chandragupta Maurya, Bindusara, and Ashoka.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 10:<\/strong> Write the name of the Mauryan capital.<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> The Mauryan capital was Pataliputra (present-day Patna).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 11:<\/strong> Make a list of important cities of the Mauryan empire.<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> Important cities of the Mauryan empire included Pataliputra, Taxila, Ujjain, and Kalinga.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 12:<\/strong> How is an empire different from other kingdoms?<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> An empire is larger than a kingdom and usually consists of multiple territories or kingdoms under a single ruler called an emperor.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 13:<\/strong> Who was Megasthenese? Write one reason for which he is known even today.<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> Megasthenese was a Greek ambassador to the Mauryan court, known for his work &#8220;Indica&#8221; that provides a detailed account of India during the Mauryan period.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 14:<\/strong> Write an important event related to the following date: More than 2300 years ago.<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> The establishment of the Mauryan Empire by Chandragupta Maurya is an important event related to this date.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 15:<\/strong> Which important event took place in China about 2400 years ago?<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> The construction of the Great Wall of China began about 2400 years ago.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 16:<\/strong> Mention any three big or prominent cities of the Mauryan empire. Why were these cities popular (or famous)?<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> Pataliputra, Taxila, and Ujjain were prominent cities of the Mauryan empire, known for their political, educational, and trade significance.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 17:<\/strong> Write three main features of life of the people of the Mauryan empire.<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> The main features included urbanization, trade and commerce, and a structured administrative system.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 18:<\/strong> Discuss the ruling system of the Mauryan empire.<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> The Mauryan empire had a centralized administration with the king at the top, followed by a hierarchy of officials overseeing various aspects of governance.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 19:<\/strong> Write three or four sentences about provinces and the administration of the Mauryan Empire.<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> The Mauryan Empire was divided into provinces, each headed by a governor, often a royal prince. These provinces had their own administrative units and were further divided into districts for efficient governance. Local officials were responsible for collecting taxes and maintaining law and order.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 20:<\/strong> Why was control of roads and rivers considered important during the Mauryan Age?<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> Control of roads and rivers was crucial for trade, communication, and military movement, ensuring the economic prosperity and security of the empire.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 21:<\/strong> Who was the most famous ruler of the Mauryan dynasty? How did he try to teach his message to the people?<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> Ashoka was the most famous ruler of the Mauryan dynasty. He tried to teach his message of peace and dhamma through inscriptions on pillars and rocks across his empire.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 22:<\/strong> When did Ashoka&#8217;s inclination towards Buddhism develop?<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> Ashoka&#8217;s inclination towards Buddhism developed after the Kalinga war, which led to his remorse over the violence and his subsequent embrace of non-violence and Buddhist principles.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 23:<\/strong> What was the purpose of following the policy of Dhamma?<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> The purpose of following the policy of Dhamma was to promote peace, non-violence, and harmony among people of different religions and cultures within Ashoka&#8217;s empire.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 24:<\/strong> What was Dhamma?<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> Dhamma was Ashoka&#8217;s policy of righteousness and ethical conduct, which emphasized non-violence, respect for all life forms, tolerance, and compassion.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 25:<\/strong> Who constructed The Great Wall of China?<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> The construction of the Great Wall of China was started by various Chinese states and dynasties, with significant contributions from the Qin Dynasty around 221 BCE.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 26:<\/strong> The Great Wall of China had a system that at every distance of about 100-200m there must be a _______.<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> Watchtower (the blank should be filled with &#8220;watchtower&#8221;).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 27:<\/strong> What was the language in which the rock edict were written?<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> The rock edicts of Ashoka were primarily written in the Prakrit language, using the Brahmi script.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 28:<\/strong> Name the wise man present in Chandragupta Maurya&#8217;s empire.<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> The wise man present in Chandragupta Maurya&#8217;s empire was Chanakya (also known as Kautilya or Vishnugupta).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 29:<\/strong> Name a prosperous kingdom lying between the rivers Godavari and Mahanadi.<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> The prosperous kingdom lying between the rivers Godavari and Mahanadi was Kalinga.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 30:<\/strong> What do you mean by Arthashastra?<br \/>\n<strong>Answer:<\/strong> Arthashastra is an ancient Indian treatise on statecraft, economic policy, and military strategy, written by Chanakya (Kautilya).<\/p>\n<p><button><strong>NCERT Solutions for Class 6 Science<\/strong><\/button><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Chapter 1 Food: Where Does It Come From?<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Chapter 2 Components of Food<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Chapter 3 Fibre to Fabric<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Chapter 4 Sorting Materials Into Groups<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Chapter 5 Separation of Substances<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Chapter 6 Changes Around Us<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Chapter 7 Getting to Know Plants<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Chapter 8 Body Movements<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Chapter 9 The Living Organisms and Their Surroundings<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Chapter 10 Motion and Measurement of Distances<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Chapter 11 Light, Shadows, and Reflection<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Chapter 12 Electricity and Circuits<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Chapter 13 Fun with Magnets<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Chapter 14 Water<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Chapter 15 Air Around Us<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Chapter 16 Garbage In, Garbage Out<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Long_Answer_Type_Extra_Questions_with_Answer_for_Class_6_History_Chapter_8_Ashoka_The_Emperor_Who_Gave_Up_War_LAQs\"><\/span>Long Answer Type Extra Questions with Answer for Class 6 History Chapter 8 Ashoka, The Emperor Who Gave Up War (LAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Question 1: Describe in your own words what Megasthenese had written about the Mauryan Emperor and about the Capital City of the Mauryan Empire.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Megasthenese, a Greek ambassador, wrote extensively about the Mauryan Emperor, describing him as a ruler with grand royal processions, surrounded by guards and luxury. He mentioned that the Emperor was cautious about his safety and had a luxurious lifestyle. Regarding the capital city, Pataliputra (modern Patna), Megasthenese described it as a large and beautiful city with massive walls, towers, and gates. He noted the wooden houses, the emperor&#8217;s palace with its gardens and enclosures, and the overall grandeur of the city.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 2: Discuss Ashoka&#8217;s war in Kalinga.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Ashoka&#8217;s war in Kalinga was a significant event in his reign. The war took place in the coastal region of Orissa, and it was a brutal and bloody conflict. Ashoka&#8217;s army conquered Kalinga, but the victory came at a high cost, with a large number of casualties on both sides. The aftermath of the war deeply affected Ashoka, leading to his remorse and a transformative shift in his approach to governance. He embraced Buddhism and adopted the policy of Dhamma, focusing on peace, non-violence, and welfare of his subjects.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 3: What was Ashoka&#8217;s Dhamma? What did he do in this field?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Ashoka&#8217;s Dhamma was a set of ethical and moral principles aimed at promoting the well-being of all living beings and harmony among different communities. It emphasized non-violence, compassion, tolerance, and respect for all religions. Ashoka propagated his Dhamma through inscriptions on pillars and rocks across his empire. He appointed Dhamma Mahamattas to spread the message and ensure its implementation. Ashoka also undertook various welfare measures like building roads, hospitals, and rest houses, and promoting the planting of trees.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 4: What does Megasthenese write about the Mauryan emperor?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Megasthenese wrote about the Mauryan emperor&#8217;s public appearances, which were marked by grand processions with the emperor carried in a golden palanquin and surrounded by guards on decorated elephants. He noted the emperor&#8217;s cautious nature, with guards and food tasters ensuring his safety. Megasthenese also described the emperor&#8217;s luxurious lifestyle and the strict security measures in place to protect him.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 5: Briefly describe the administration of the Mauryan Empire.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Mauryan Empire had a centralized and well-organized administration. The empire was divided into provinces, each governed by a royal prince or a governor. The provinces were further divided into districts for efficient governance. The administration included a vast network of officials responsible for various duties, including tax collection, law enforcement, and public welfare. The emperor, with the help of ministers and advisors, supervised the entire administration. The Arthashastra, written by Chanakya, provides insights into the administrative practices and policies of the Mauryan Empire.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 6: Write a short note on King Chandragupta Maurya.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>King Chandragupta Maurya was the founder of the Mauryan Empire in ancient India. He rose to power with the help of his mentor and advisor, Chanakya, and established a vast empire that spanned across the Indian subcontinent. Chandragupta&#8217;s reign marked the beginning of a new era in Indian history, characterized by centralized governance, a strong military, and significant achievements in art, architecture, and administration. He is remembered as a visionary leader who laid the foundation for one of India&#8217;s greatest empires.<\/p>\n<p><button>CBSE Syllabus for Class 6<\/button><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/cbse\/cbse-class-6-science-syllabus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>CBSE Class 6 Science Syllabus<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/cbse\/cbse-class-6-english-syllabus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>CBSE Class 6 English Syllabus<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/cbse\/cbse-hindi-syllabus-class-6\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>CBSE Class 6 Hindi Syllabus<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/cbse\/cbse-social-science-syllabus-class-6\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>CBSE Class 6 Social Science Syllabus<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Extra_Multiple_Choice_Questions_MCQs_for_Class_6_History_Chapter_8_Ashoka_The_Emperor_Who_Gave_Up_War\"><\/span>Extra Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for Class 6 History Chapter 8 Ashoka, The Emperor Who Gave Up War<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Question 1: Who was Ashoka?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>a) A Mauryan emperor<br \/>\nb) A Gupta emperor<br \/>\nc) A Mughal emperor<br \/>\nd) A Chola king<\/p>\n<p><strong>Answer: a)<\/strong> A Mauryan emperor<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 2: What significant event led Ashoka to embrace Buddhism?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>a) The Battle of Panipat<br \/>\nb) The Kalinga War<br \/>\nc) The Battle of Kurukshetra<br \/>\nd) The Battle of Plassey<\/p>\n<p><strong>Answer: b)<\/strong> The Kalinga War<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 3: What was the primary message of Ashoka&#8217;s Dhamma?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>a) Conquest through war<br \/>\nb) Wealth and power<br \/>\nc) Peace and non-violence<br \/>\nd) Expansion of the empire<\/p>\n<p><strong>Answer: c)<\/strong> Peace and non-violence<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 4: How did Ashoka spread his message across the empire?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>a) Through oral tradition<br \/>\nb) By inscribing messages on pillars and rocks<br \/>\nc) By writing books<br \/>\nd) Through messengers on horses<\/p>\n<p><strong>Answer: b)<\/strong> By inscribing messages on pillars and rocks<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 5: What is the name of the script used in Ashoka&#8217;s inscriptions?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>a) Devanagari<br \/>\nb) Tamil<br \/>\nc) Brahmi<br \/>\nd) Kharosthi<\/p>\n<p><strong>Answer: c)<\/strong> Brahmi<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 6: Which of the following was NOT a part of Ashoka&#8217;s Dhamma?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>a) Respect for elders<br \/>\nb) Kindness to animals<br \/>\nc) Sacrifice of animals in rituals<br \/>\nd) Religious tolerance<\/p>\n<p><strong>Answer: c)<\/strong> Sacrifice of animals in rituals<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 7: What was the capital of the Mauryan Empire during Ashoka&#8217;s reign?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>a) Ujjain<br \/>\nb) Pataliputra<br \/>\nc) Taxila<br \/>\nd) Varanasi<\/p>\n<p><strong>Answer: b)<\/strong> Pataliputra<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 8: Which of the following countries did NOT have Ashokan inscriptions?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>a) India<br \/>\nb) Afghanistan<br \/>\nc) Sri Lanka<br \/>\nd) Japan<\/p>\n<p><strong>Answer: d)<\/strong> Japan<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 9: What was the main reason Ashoka gave up war?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>a) He was defeated in a battle<br \/>\nb) He was influenced by Buddhist teachings<br \/>\nc) He wanted to focus on trade<br \/>\nd) He lost interest in expanding the empire<\/p>\n<p><strong>Answer: b)<\/strong> He was influenced by Buddhist teachings<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 10: After the Kalinga War, Ashoka focused on:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>a) Further military conquests<br \/>\nb) Spreading Buddhism outside India<br \/>\nc) Welfare of his subjects and spreading the message of peace<br \/>\nd) Building more palaces and monuments<\/p>\n<p><strong>Answer: c)<\/strong> Welfare of his subjects and spreading the message of peace<\/p>\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\n<table class=\"table table-bordered table-striped\" style=\"width: 66.4777%; height: 168px;\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"4\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #89cff0; color: black;\">\n<td style=\"text-align: center; width: 108.127%; height: 24px;\" colspan=\"2\" align=\"left\"><b>Other Resources for Class 6<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 44.3422%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\" align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/study-materials\/ncert-syllabus\/class-6\/\"><strong>NCERT Syllabus for Class 6<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 63.7748%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\" align=\"right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/study-materials\/ncert-solutions\/class-6\/\"><strong>NCERT Solutions Class 6<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 44.3422%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\" align=\"left\"><strong>Worksheet for Class 6 All subjects<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 63.7748%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\" align=\"right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/cbse-notes-class-6\/\"><strong>CBSE Notes Class 6<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 44.3422%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\" align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/study-materials\/ncert-books\/class-6\"><strong>NCERT Books for Class 6<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 63.7748%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\" align=\"right\"><strong>Online Tuition for Class 6<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_on_Extra_Questions_for_Class_6_History_Chapter_8_Ashoka_The_Emperor_Who_Gave_Up_War\"><\/span>FAQs on Extra Questions for Class 6 History Chapter 8 Ashoka, The Emperor Who Gave Up War<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_was_Ashoka_Class_6_answer\"><\/span>Who was Ashoka Class 6 answer?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tAshoka was a Mauryan emperor known for spreading the message of peace and dhamma after the Kalinga War. He is famous for his rock edicts and pillars.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_gave_up_war_class_6\"><\/span>Who gave up war class 6?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe Mauryan Emperor Ashoka gave up war after witnessing the bloodshed in the Kalinga War. He adopted Buddhism and promoted non-violence.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_was_Ashoka_born\"><\/span>When was Ashoka born?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tAshoka was born around 304 BCE. He became the emperor of the Mauryan Empire and is celebrated for his contributions to spreading Buddhism.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_lived_in_Maurya_city\"><\/span>Who lived in Maurya city?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tIn the Mauryan city, various people lived including the emperor, royal family, officials, merchants, craftspeople, and common citizens.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_did_Ashoka_give_up_war\"><\/span>Why did Ashoka give up war?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tAshoka gave up war after realizing the horrors and suffering caused by the Kalinga War. 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