Mauryan Empire

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Alexander the Great

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Greek Conqueror who had conquered part of the Indus Valley by 323 B.C.

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Chandragupta Maurya

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The first ruler to unify India. He used harsh policies to create a centralized government. The time under his rule was known for peace and economic growth.

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Asoka the Great

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Chandragupta's grandson and greatest Indian ruler; converted to Buddhism and lead him to care more about public welfare

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Buddhism

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A religion that emphasizes kindness toward all living things and avoiding selfish actions.

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centralized government

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A government in which major decisions are made at the "command center" of the kingdom's capital.

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currency

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Another word for money, or coinage

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bureaucracy

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The government officials who carry out the policies of a centralized government.

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edict

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A law or command given by a ruler.

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Pillar of Asoka

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Asoka carved his laws and Buddhist teaching into these structures throughout India.