Ashoka was most notable for
A. his conversion to Buddhism and facilitating its spread through India.
B. conquering the Tamil portion of India.
C. overseeing the writing of the Vedas.
D. fighting an extensive war against Alexander the Great.
E. None of these are correct.
Answer: A
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