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Which city served as the capital of the Mauryan Empire?
Which city served as the capital of the Mauryan Empire?
What role did Taxila serve in the Mauryan Empire?
What role did Taxila serve in the Mauryan Empire?
Which of the following descriptions applies to Ujjain?
Which of the following descriptions applies to Ujjain?
What type of inhabitants likely lived in the important cities of the Mauryan Empire?
What type of inhabitants likely lived in the important cities of the Mauryan Empire?
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What type of economic activity was associated with central India in the Mauryan Empire?
What type of economic activity was associated with central India in the Mauryan Empire?
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What was the primary purpose of tribute in contrast to taxes?
What was the primary purpose of tribute in contrast to taxes?
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Why did the king have guards ride elephants during public appearances?
Why did the king have guards ride elephants during public appearances?
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What was a notable feature of the city of Pataliputra?
What was a notable feature of the city of Pataliputra?
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What indicates that the emperor was concerned for his safety?
What indicates that the emperor was concerned for his safety?
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How did the architecture of Pataliputra differ from that of ancient cities like Mohenjodaro?
How did the architecture of Pataliputra differ from that of ancient cities like Mohenjodaro?
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What historical figure is depicted on the Indian notes that Roshan received?
What historical figure is depicted on the Indian notes that Roshan received?
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What did the lions on the Indian currency represent historically?
What did the lions on the Indian currency represent historically?
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Who was the advisor that supported Chandragupta Maurya in founding the Mauryan Empire?
Who was the advisor that supported Chandragupta Maurya in founding the Mauryan Empire?
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What is the term used to describe a succession of rulers from the same family?
What is the term used to describe a succession of rulers from the same family?
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Who were the three important rulers of the Mauryan dynasty?
Who were the three important rulers of the Mauryan dynasty?
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What was the primary language of Ashoka's inscriptions?
What was the primary language of Ashoka's inscriptions?
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What led Ashoka to give up fighting wars?
What led Ashoka to give up fighting wars?
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What was Ashoka's attitude towards warfare after the Kalinga war?
What was Ashoka's attitude towards warfare after the Kalinga war?
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How many people were killed during Ashoka's conquest of Kalinga according to his inscription?
How many people were killed during Ashoka's conquest of Kalinga according to his inscription?
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What does the term 'dhamma' refer to in the context of Ashoka's beliefs?
What does the term 'dhamma' refer to in the context of Ashoka's beliefs?
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Why do emperors require more resources than kings?
Why do emperors require more resources than kings?
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What role did officials play in the governance of the empire?
What role did officials play in the governance of the empire?
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What distinguishes tribute from taxes in the context of the empire?
What distinguishes tribute from taxes in the context of the empire?
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Which factor was essential for transportation in the vast areas between administrative centers?
Which factor was essential for transportation in the vast areas between administrative centers?
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What was the main focus of Ashoka's dhamma?
What was the main focus of Ashoka's dhamma?
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What role did dhamma-mahamattas play in Ashoka's empire?
What role did dhamma-mahamattas play in Ashoka's empire?
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Which of the following was NOT a way Ashoka spread the ideas of dhamma?
Which of the following was NOT a way Ashoka spread the ideas of dhamma?
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What is the Rampurwa Bull an example of?
What is the Rampurwa Bull an example of?
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Which of the following conflicts was prevalent in Ashoka's empire?
Which of the following conflicts was prevalent in Ashoka's empire?
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What is a primary principle that Ashoka emphasizes in his message to his subjects?
What is a primary principle that Ashoka emphasizes in his message to his subjects?
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According to Ashoka, what should people focus on instead of rituals?
According to Ashoka, what should people focus on instead of rituals?
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What does Ashoka suggest about praising one's own religion?
What does Ashoka suggest about praising one's own religion?
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In which aspect does Ashoka encourage a critical approach?
In which aspect does Ashoka encourage a critical approach?
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What occupation category might Ashoka's message encourage among his subjects?
What occupation category might Ashoka's message encourage among his subjects?
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Which idea is emphasized by Ashoka regarding all creatures?
Which idea is emphasized by Ashoka regarding all creatures?
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What is a vital concept reflected in Ashoka's message that is still relevant today?
What is a vital concept reflected in Ashoka's message that is still relevant today?
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What does Ashoka imply about the role of gifts in his teachings?
What does Ashoka imply about the role of gifts in his teachings?
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