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What was the primary language used in most of Ashoka's inscriptions?
What was the primary language used in most of Ashoka's inscriptions?
- Tamil
- Magadhi
- Prakrit (correct)
- Sanskrit
Which script was predominantly used for Ashoka's inscriptions?
Which script was predominantly used for Ashoka's inscriptions?
- Devanagari
- Sharda
- Kharosthi
- Brahmi (correct)
What was the ancient name for the coastal region of Orissa, where Ashoka fought a significant war?
What was the ancient name for the coastal region of Orissa, where Ashoka fought a significant war?
- Kalinga (correct)
- Magadha
- Gandhara
- Kosala
What profound impact did the Kalinga war have on Ashoka's approach to ruling?
What profound impact did the Kalinga war have on Ashoka's approach to ruling?
According to Ashoka's inscription, what was the approximate number of people killed in the Kalinga war?
According to Ashoka's inscription, what was the approximate number of people killed in the Kalinga war?
Besides the general population, which groups also suffered greatly during the Kalinga war according to Ashoka's inscription?
Besides the general population, which groups also suffered greatly during the Kalinga war according to Ashoka's inscription?
What did Ashoka believe was a superior method of winning people over compared to military force?
What did Ashoka believe was a superior method of winning people over compared to military force?
How many years after becoming king did Ashoka conquer Kalinga?
How many years after becoming king did Ashoka conquer Kalinga?
How did the collection of tribute differ from the collection of taxes in the Mauryan Empire?
How did the collection of tribute differ from the collection of taxes in the Mauryan Empire?
What items were expected to be provided by people living in the forested areas of the Mauryan Empire?
What items were expected to be provided by people living in the forested areas of the Mauryan Empire?
According to Megasthenes, what was a notable feature of Mauryan royal processions?
According to Megasthenes, what was a notable feature of Mauryan royal processions?
Why did the Mauryan Emperor employ food tasters, according to Megasthenes?
Why did the Mauryan Emperor employ food tasters, according to Megasthenes?
What was a distinctive feature of Pataliputra’s architecture?
What was a distinctive feature of Pataliputra’s architecture?
Based on Megasthenes' account, which safety precaution did the Mauryan Emperor take?
Based on Megasthenes' account, which safety precaution did the Mauryan Emperor take?
Which of these describes the Mauryan ruler's court atmosphere based on Megasthenes description?
Which of these describes the Mauryan ruler's court atmosphere based on Megasthenes description?
What was a key role of armed women in the Mauryan emperor's daily life?
What was a key role of armed women in the Mauryan emperor's daily life?
Which of the following locations was NOT a major city in the Mauryan Empire?
Which of the following locations was NOT a major city in the Mauryan Empire?
What role did Taxila play within the Mauryan Empire?
What role did Taxila play within the Mauryan Empire?
Which of these best describes the geographical location of Ujjain within the Mauryan Empire?
Which of these best describes the geographical location of Ujjain within the Mauryan Empire?
Besides villages of farmers and herders, what other type of settlement is mentioned in the content?
Besides villages of farmers and herders, what other type of settlement is mentioned in the content?
Based on the provided text, which statement best describes the linguistic landscape of the Mauryan Empire?
Based on the provided text, which statement best describes the linguistic landscape of the Mauryan Empire?
What evidence suggests that the Mauryan Empire was culturally diverse?
What evidence suggests that the Mauryan Empire was culturally diverse?
The provided text explicitly mentions that Ashokan inscriptions have been found in some areas. What does this suggest about the empire at the locations where these inscriptions have been found?
The provided text explicitly mentions that Ashokan inscriptions have been found in some areas. What does this suggest about the empire at the locations where these inscriptions have been found?
What is implied by the fact that the places where Ashokan inscriptions have been found are marked with red dots, while cities are marked with black dots?
What is implied by the fact that the places where Ashokan inscriptions have been found are marked with red dots, while cities are marked with black dots?
What is one possible reason why the conditions of slaves and servants might not have improved under an emperor's orders?
What is one possible reason why the conditions of slaves and servants might not have improved under an emperor's orders?
Which of the following best describes the nature of the trade routes depicted in Map 6?
Which of the following best describes the nature of the trade routes depicted in Map 6?
According to the map, which group of rulers did not directly control any of the major trade routes?
According to the map, which group of rulers did not directly control any of the major trade routes?
What does the map suggest about the interactions during the indicated historical period?
What does the map suggest about the interactions during the indicated historical period?
If an emperor issued an order to improve the lives of servants and slaves, which of the following presents the biggest historical challenge to enforcement?
If an emperor issued an order to improve the lives of servants and slaves, which of the following presents the biggest historical challenge to enforcement?
Why would the locations of the trade routes be significant to rulers?
Why would the locations of the trade routes be significant to rulers?
Which of the following is NOT a key takeaway from the information given about trade routes?
Which of the following is NOT a key takeaway from the information given about trade routes?
What can be inferred about the relationships between the empires that controlled trade routes?
What can be inferred about the relationships between the empires that controlled trade routes?
Which kingdom followed the Shungas in central India?
Which kingdom followed the Shungas in central India?
How long did the Satavahana kingdom last?
How long did the Satavahana kingdom last?
Which dynasties were prominent in southern India around 2200 to 1800 years ago?
Which dynasties were prominent in southern India around 2200 to 1800 years ago?
What major development occurred around 1700 years ago in central and western India?
What major development occurred around 1700 years ago in central and western India?
What was a significant means of exploration for traders during this period?
What was a significant means of exploration for traders during this period?
What role did ordinary people play in the changes during this era?
What role did ordinary people play in the changes during this era?
What was one of the social developments mentioned for this period?
What was one of the social developments mentioned for this period?
What significant structures began to be built around this time?
What significant structures began to be built around this time?
What was one of the main exports from the ports along the coast of south India?
What was one of the main exports from the ports along the coast of south India?
Which group of rulers followed the Indo-Greeks in the north-west and parts of north India?
Which group of rulers followed the Indo-Greeks in the north-west and parts of north India?
How long did the Indo-Greeks rule in the north-west and parts of north India?
How long did the Indo-Greeks rule in the north-west and parts of north India?
What was the duration for which some Shaka kingdoms lasted?
What was the duration for which some Shaka kingdoms lasted?
Which empire collapsed about 2200 years ago leading to the rise of several new kingdoms?
Which empire collapsed about 2200 years ago leading to the rise of several new kingdoms?
Who defeated the Shakas in India?
Who defeated the Shakas in India?
Which people followed the Shakas about 2000 years ago?
Which people followed the Shakas about 2000 years ago?
What is Poduca known as in the modern context?
What is Poduca known as in the modern context?
Flashcards
Pataliputra
Pataliputra
The capital of the Mauryan Empire, located in present-day Patna, India.
Taxila
Taxila
A major city in the northwest of the Mauryan Empire, a gateway to Central Asia.
Ujjain
Ujjain
A city in central India, located on the route between north and south India.
Ashokan Inscriptions
Ashokan Inscriptions
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Emperor
Emperor
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Kingdom
Kingdom
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Empire
Empire
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Difference between Kingdom and Empire
Difference between Kingdom and Empire
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Who is Ashoka?
Who is Ashoka?
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What language and script were Ashoka's inscriptions in?
What language and script were Ashoka's inscriptions in?
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What was Kalinga?
What was Kalinga?
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Why did Ashoka stop fighting wars?
Why did Ashoka stop fighting wars?
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What's unique about Ashoka's war abandonment?
What's unique about Ashoka's war abandonment?
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What is 'dhamma'?
What is 'dhamma'?
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What did Ashoka think about conquering vs. 'dhamma'?
What did Ashoka think about conquering vs. 'dhamma'?
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What do Ashoka's inscriptions reveal about his change?
What do Ashoka's inscriptions reveal about his change?
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Mauryan Empire
Mauryan Empire
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The Silk Road
The Silk Road
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Kushanas
Kushanas
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Different rulers controlled various parts of the Silk Road
Different rulers controlled various parts of the Silk Road
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Diverse cultures contributed to the Silk Road trade
Diverse cultures contributed to the Silk Road trade
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The Silk Road facilitated cultural exchange
The Silk Road facilitated cultural exchange
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The Silk Road's economic impact
The Silk Road's economic impact
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The Silk Road's impact on global interactions
The Silk Road's impact on global interactions
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Mauryan Empire Collapse
Mauryan Empire Collapse
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Rise of New Kingdoms
Rise of New Kingdoms
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Shaka Rule in India
Shaka Rule in India
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Shaka Kingdom's Duration and Fall
Shaka Kingdom's Duration and Fall
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Kushana Successors
Kushana Successors
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South Indian Spice Trade
South Indian Spice Trade
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Arikamedu's Roman Name
Arikamedu's Roman Name
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Diverse Influences on Ancient India
Diverse Influences on Ancient India
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Shunga Dynasty
Shunga Dynasty
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Shaka Dynasty
Shaka Dynasty
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Satavahana Dynasty
Satavahana Dynasty
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Vakataka Dynasty
Vakataka Dynasty
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Cholas, Cheras, and Pandyas
Cholas, Cheras, and Pandyas
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Pallavas and Chalukyas
Pallavas and Chalukyas
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Ancient Coins and Inscriptions
Ancient Coins and Inscriptions
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Simultaneous Development
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What is tribute?
What is tribute?
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What were the forested regions like in the Mauryan Empire?
What were the forested regions like in the Mauryan Empire?
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Who was Megasthenes?
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How did the Mauryan emperor appear in public?
How did the Mauryan emperor appear in public?
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Why did the emperor have food tasters?
Why did the emperor have food tasters?
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Describe Pataliputra.
Describe Pataliputra.
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How does Pataliputra compare to Mohenjodaro?
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What materials were used to build Pataliputra?
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Study Notes
Chapter 7: From a Kingdom to an Empire
- Roshan, clutching her grandfather's new currency notes, noticed the image of Gandhiji and the lions. This sparked a discussion about the historical significance of the lions.
- The lions on currency and coins have roots in Ashoka's inscriptions on pillars and rock surfaces.
- Ashoka, a significant historical ruler, commissioned inscriptions detailing his rule and the vastness of his empire.
- Ashoka's empire, established by his grandfather Chandragupta Maurya, encompassed a large territory.
- Chandragupta was supported by Chanakya (Kautilya) whose ideas were documented in the Arthashastra.
- Chandragupta, Bindusara, and Ashoka were pivotal rulers of the Mauryan dynasty.
- The Mauryan empire was characterized by different administrative approaches within its vast regions.
- Cities like Pataliputra, Taxila, and Ujjain served as administrative centers and trade hubs. Villages with farmers and herders were also part of the empire, with certain regions having forests and resources.
- Different languages were spoken throughout the empire.
- The empire collected resources through tribute from diverse groups across different regions.
- The Mauryan empire was different from kingdoms because it had a larger population, and therefore needed a larger and more organized administrative system.
- Ashoka's rule was marked by both military campaigns and later, a rejection of war in favor of the philosophy of dharma.
- The Kalinga War profoundly impacted Ashoka, deeply moving him to embrace peace and the philosophy of dharma (a concept discussed further in the text).
- Ashoka's approach to ruling stressed peace, emphasizing non-violence and compassion towards all living creatures, and focused on improving the daily lives of the people within his empire. His measures included spreading his ideas and resolving conflicts, through the appointment of officials to promote dharma.
Mauryan Empire: Territory and Cities
- The Mauryan Empire encompassed various diverse regions. The map detailed important cities and inscriptions.
- Significant cities within the Mauryan empire included Pataliputra, Taxila, and Ujjain. These locations frequently featured in inscriptions and historical accounts.
- Descriptions highlight the geographic diversity of the empire.
Trade Routes and Exchanges
- Maps indicated important trade routes like the Silk Road.
- These routes connected various parts of Asia and were crucial for disseminating various ideas, goods, and innovations.
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Explore the historical evolution from a kingdom to an empire in Chapter 7. Discover the significance of historical figures like Ashoka and Chandragupta Maurya, and the role of currency in understanding their legacies. Dive into the Mauryan dynasty's administrative structures and trade centers.
