India's Empires Section 1

What did Kautilya see in Chandragupta?

• someone who could spread Jainism

• someone who could overthrow the Aryans

• someone who could lead the fight against Greek invaders

• someone who could set up an effective bureaucracy

Which of these actions helped Chandragupta control his empire?

• He gave food to the areas he conquered.

• He appointed all all government officials.

• He trusted those who pledged their loyalty.

• He lived simply and did not burden the people with taxes.

What was the purpose of the Arthashastra?

• to raise taxes

• to spy on spies

• to make sure rules were carried out

• to explain how to be a good ruler

What did Asoka do after the battle of Kalinga?

• He killed his brothers.

• He began following Buddhist ideas.

• He entered a monastery.

• He set up a spy network.

What is ahisma?

• the belief that one should not hurt any living thing

• the willingness to respect different beliefs

• a province with its own bureaucracy

• a long-term plan achieving a goal