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What achievements did Chandragupta Maurya accomplish during his reign?

• Chandragupta Maurya invented the wheel.
• Chandragupta Maurya unified India, established the Maurya Empire, and created a centralized administration.
• Chandragupta Maurya built the Great Wall of China.
• Chandragupta Maurya discovered America.

Why did Ashoka decide to become a Buddhist?

• Ashoka became a Buddhist to promote non-violence and compassion after the suffering he witnessed in war.
• Ashoka sought to increase his wealth and believed Buddhism would attract more trade.
• He was influenced by a popular political leader who was not a Buddhist.
• Ashoka wanted to conquer more territories and saw Buddhism as a means to do so.

How did the empire change after Ashoka became Buddhist?

• The empire adopted a polytheistic belief system, abandoning Buddhism.
• Ashoka focused solely on economic growth and trade.
• The empire became more focused on non-violence, moral governance, and the promotion of Buddhist values.
• The empire expanded its military conquests and increased violence.

Why was the Gupta Empire known as the Golden Age of India?

• The Gupta Empire was primarily focused on trade and commerce.
• The Gupta Empire was known for its military conquests and expansion.
• The Gupta Empire was known for remarkable achievements in arts, science, and culture.

• The Gupta Empire was famous for its strict social hierarchy and caste system.

Put the following officials in order from most powerful (1) to least powerful (4).

• Town Leader

• Council

• King

• Governor