Mauryan Empire

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When did the Maurya Empire begin?

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around 321 BCE

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Who was Chandragupta Maurya?

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Founder of the Maurya Empire

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Who was Ashoka?

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An ancient Indian emperor of the Maurya Dynasty

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Why did Asoka place stone pillars around his empire?

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To spread his edicts and messages to his people

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What is part of Asoka's legacy?

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Spread of Buddhism and establishment of hospitals and veterinary clinics

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What happened after Asoka's death?

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the Mauryan Empire declined and eventually collapsed