Which of the following best analyzes how Buddhism spread so effectively in Southeast Asia? Choose the best answer choice, and explain.
Responses
Buddhism developed from Angkor Wat in the middle of Southeast Asia.
Buddhism allows for diversity in practice, allowing for easy cultural convergence.
Buddhism spread because of the power of the Chinese Han Dynasty.
Buddhism spread because of the Indian Empire in Southeast Asia.
The best answer choice is: Buddhism allows for diversity in practice, allowing for easy cultural convergence.
Buddhism spread so effectively in Southeast Asia because it is a flexible religion that can easily adapt to different cultural contexts. As it spread throughout the region, it absorbed local beliefs and practices, making it more appealing and accessible to a wider range of people. This ability to incorporate diverse practices and beliefs allowed Buddhism to integrate seamlessly into Southeast Asian societies, contributing to its widespread popularity in the region.