Impact that the different religions had on ancient SEA

Impact that the different religions had on ancient SEA
The different religions had a great impact on how SEAsian rulers governed. Although they may not follow the teachings of their new religion and culture entirely, they still combine the teachings of their new reliongion/culture with their old beliefs.

How Hinduism and Buddhism spread to SEA

How Hinduism and Buddhism spread to SEA
It was believed that Hinduism was spread to SEA when ancient rulers of SEA invited hindu priests to teach them about Indian culture during c.1 CE.
Around c.300 CE, Indian and Chinese traders started to influence the people of SEA with their religion. It is believed that Indian ,Chinese traders and Buddhist missionaries were the ones that spread Buddhism to SEA.