Lesson 2.2

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What is an empire?

Back

A group of territories or people ruled by one leader.

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Who founded the Mauryan Empire?

Back

It was founded in 321 B.C. in the Ganges River Valley.

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What was a major achievement of Asoka's reign?

Back

He promoted Buddhism and nonviolence.

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What are stupas?

Back

Buddhist religious structures built by Asoka.

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What caused the decline of the Mauryan Empire?

Back

It began after Asoka’s death.

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When did the Gupta Empire begin?

Back

Around A.D. 321.

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What religion was promoted by the Gupta Empire?

Back

Hinduism.

Front

Name two Gupta achievements.

Back

The decimal system and advancements in astronomy.

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Who founded the Mughal Empire?

Back

Babur in 1526.

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What religion was central to the Mughal Empire?

Back

Islam.