Abstract
Buddhism is an Indian religion based on teachings attributed to the Lord Buddha. Buddhism gave us a simple and intelligible religion. The objective of the present paper is to study the contribution of Ajatshtru, Kalashoka, Ashoka, Kanishka and Harshvardhan in spread of Buddhism. The methodology of the paper is, historical, descriptive, analytical as well as qualitative. The Asoka gave patronage to the Hinayana branch of Buddhism. He sent his son and daughter to spread Buddhism in Sri Lanka. He erected several Buddhist Viharas. They convened the Buddhist Councils to spread of Buddhism. Kanishka and Harsha gave patronage to the Mahayana branch of Buddhism. He called the assemblies at Kannauj and Prayag to propagate Buddhism. This study is of great significance to evaluate the contribution of Ajatshtru, Kalashoka, Ashoka, Kanishka and Harshvardhan in spread of Buddhism. The result shows that they are considered the greatest kings as patron of Buddhism. They became patron of Buddhism and strove to spread Dhamma throughout his empire and beyond. In conclusion, their contribution towards Buddhism is an extraordinary and remarkable.
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