What did Ashoka's Dhamma teach regarding other religions?

He taught that by honoring the religions of others, one honors one's own religion, urging for 'Saara-viddhi' (growth in the essence of all religions).

Religious Policy of Ashoka

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Exam Year

1999

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ID: HIS_PHI_1999_138 Ref: Chapter 2: Kings, Farmers and Towns

'In spite of being Buddhist, Ashoka did not leave belief in Hinduism' validation of this fact is:

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Emperor Ashoka's use of the epithet 'Devanampriya' (Beloved of the Gods) suggests that he maintained a reverence for traditional Indian divinity even after converting to Buddhism.