Read the following decree of Asoka, one of India's greatest rulers.

"By order of the Beloved of the Gods [Asoka] to the officers in charge: Let us win the affection of all people. All people are my children, and as I wish all welfare and happiness in this world and the rest for my own children, so do I wish it for all men.... For that purpose many officials are employed among the people to instruct them in righteousness and to explain it to them."

How does this quote reflect the Buddhist beliefs that were adopted by Asoka?

Read the following decree of Asoka, one of India's greatest rulers.

"By order of the Beloved of the Gods [Asoka] to the officers in charge: Let us win the affection of all people. All people are my children, and as I wish all welfare and happiness in this world and the rest for my own children, so do I wish it for all men.... For that purpose many officials are employed among the people to instruct them in righteousness and to explain it to them."

What is the relationship between Asoka and the Beloved of the Gods?

Prepare an editorial for a newspaper in which you discuss the philosophies of Confucianism, Legalism, and Daoism. Explain why you think the current government of your country should adopt one of these philosophies in its system of government.