- The concept of ahimsa was its chief contribution. Later, it became one of the cherished values of our nation
- The stupas at Sanchi, Bharhut and Gaya are wonderful pieces of architecture
- Buddhism takes the credit for the chaityas and viharas in different parts of India
- It promoted education through residential universities like those at Taxila, Nalanda and Vikramshila
- The language of Pali and other local languages developed through the teachings of Buddhism
- It had also promoted the spread of Indian culture to other parts of Asia
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