Mauryan Empire
History ⇒ Ancient Indian History
Mauryan Empire starts at 7 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe the role of the Mauryan emperor in administration.
Describe the role of women in Mauryan society.
Describe the system of provincial administration in the Mauryan Empire.
Explain how Ashoka spread Buddhism after the Kalinga War.
Explain the importance of Megasthenes’ account for the study of the Mauryan Empire.
Explain the importance of the Arthashastra in understanding Mauryan administration.
Explain the significance of Ashoka’s Dhamma.
Read the following passage and answer the question: 'The Mauryan Empire was known for its extensive network of roads and rest houses for travelers. These facilities were maintained by the state and contributed to the growth of trade and communication.' Based on this, explain one way in which the Mauryan state promoted economic development.
The Mauryan Empire was succeeded by which dynasty? (1) Gupta (2) Shunga (3) Satavahana (4) Kushan
Which animal is prominently featured on the Mauryan emblem found at Sarnath? (1) Lion (2) Elephant (3) Horse (4) Bull
Which famous book was written by Kautilya (Chanakya) during the Mauryan period? (1) Arthashastra (2) Ramayana (3) Mahabharata (4) Manusmriti
Which Greek ambassador visited the court of Chandragupta Maurya? (1) Megasthenes (2) Fa-Hien (3) Hiuen Tsang (4) Ptolemy
Ashoka was the ________ emperor of the Mauryan dynasty.
The book ‘Indica’ was written by ________.
The capital city of the Mauryan Empire was ________.
The Kalinga War was fought in present-day ________.
True or False: Ashoka’s edicts were written only in one language.
True or False: The Mauryan Empire had a standing army.
True or False: The Mauryan Empire had a well-organized spy system.
True or False: The Mauryan Empire had trade relations with foreign countries.
