Who was the great ruler and was the king of patilputra?

The great ruler known as the king of Pataliputra was Ashoka the Great, who reigned from 268 to 232 BCE. He was the third ruler of the Maurya Dynasty and is best known for his role in spreading Buddhism and his efforts to promote non-violence and moral governance after the Kalinga War. Ashoka's edicts, inscribed on pillars and rocks, reflect his commitment to social welfare and ethical rule. His legacy as a benevolent ruler remains influential in Indian history.