Did Chandragupta Maurya fast to death — or ascend to freedom?

Key terms: Sallekhana, Jainism, Fasting to Death, Krishna. Chandragupta Maurya, Karma, Moksha, Ahimsa, Ancient IndiaWhat if starving yourself wasn’t despair — but spiritual freedom?Chandragupta Maurya, one of India’s greatest emperors, gave up his empire and chose Sallekhana — the Jain vow of voluntary death through fasting.In this bonus reel from Deep Dive, we explore:• What Sallekhana actually means• Why Jain monks embrace it without fear• How karma, discipline, and detachment define their final act🎧 Full episode → The Mirror Held to Krishna – Jainism Part 2📍 Link in bio | Follow @deepdivewithricha for more