Explores the texts that illuminate the life of Asoka, and depicts his dissemination of Buddhism, and his attempt to develop a Buddhist polity.

Provides photographs of Asoka's pillars and the lions of Sarnath. Also offers an image of the Sanchi gate and stupa that Asoka enlarged.

Profiles India's most revered religious monarch, and describes his commitment to the well-being of his subjects and his pillars and epigraphs.

Features a brief profile of the Mauryan king renowned for his adoption of Ahimsa, and his Buddhist convocation held at Pataliputra.

Vividly portrays the ruler's life and religious conversion. Also details his Dharma-Mahamatras who carried his Buddhist message of tolerance.

Profiles the Mauryan king celebrated for his compassion, and describes his construction of rest houses, wells, and medical centers for the poor.