Ashoka’s ideas have influenced Indian political philosophy significantly.

Evidence

Ashoka’s political and moral philosophy, as he expressed it in his imperial inscriptions, initiated a tradition of religious tolerance, non-violent debate and a commitment to the idea of happiness which has animated Indian political philosophy ever since. — Neil MacGregor, A History of the World in 100 Objects, 536

Categorization

• corroborated: 2 independent passages support this claim — Neil MacGregor, A History of the World in 100 Objects, 536
• XREF: connects to: Ashoka inspired prominent figures like Gandhi and Nehru. — Neil MacGregor, A History of the World in 100 Objects, 536

Library Connections

• Ashoka inspired prominent figures like Gandhi and Nehru. #exemplifies (0.90) — Neil MacGregor, A History of the World in 100 Objects, 536