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Ancient India: The Mauryan Empire

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What was the first empire recorded in India's history?

Mughal Empire

Mauryan Empire (correct)

Vijayanagara Empire

Gupta Empire

What distinguished empires from kingdoms?

Less control over subcontinent

No dynastic rule

Larger armies and resources (correct)

Smaller territories and officials

What was a key feature of emperors in the Mauryan Empire?

Dynastic rule (correct)

Elected by the people

No control over territories

No need for a large army

Why did emperors of empires like the Mauryas need to maintain a larger army?

To protect their territories Signup and view all the answers

What made the Mauryan Empire different from kingdoms?

Size of controlled territory Signup and view all the answers

Apart from a larger army, what else did emperors like the Mauryas need to run their empire effectively?

More resources and appointed officials Signup and view all the answers

Which king of Gandhara surrendered to Alexander without a fight?

Ambhi Signup and view all the answers

Who fought courageously against Alexander but was defeated and taken prisoner?

Porus Signup and view all the answers

Who was the wise mentor and advisor of Chandragupta Maurya?

Chanakya Signup and view all the answers

Which general controlled territories in northwest India after Alexander's departure?

Seleucus Nicator Signup and view all the answers

Who is believed to have married Seleucus Nicator's daughter?

Chandragupta Maurya Signup and view all the answers

What event led to Chandragupta Maurya seizing power in Punjab after Alexander's departure?

Confusion in Punjab Signup and view all the answers