Quiz on the Mauryan Empire and Jainism

Who was the first emperor of India and how did he come to power?

• Ashoka, by inheriting the throne

• Chandragupta, by conquering and uniting northern India

• Alexander, by invading India

• Akbar, by forming alliances

What is Jainism based on?

• The principle of war

• The principle of ahimsa, nonviolence

• The principle of wealth

• The principle of power

Who was the most famous ruler in all of India’s history?

• Chandragupta

• Akbar

• Ashoka

• Alexander

What did Ashoka do after his last battle?

• Continued to wage wars

• Turned to peace and Buddhism

• Retired from leadership

• Expanded his army

What was a key feature of the Mauryan Empire's political system?

• Multiple political leaders

• Single political leader

• No political leader

• Elected political leaders

What did Ashoka build during his reign?

• Castles and fortresses

• Universities, new trade routes, irrigation systems

• Temples and shrines

• Palaces and gardens

What religion did Ashoka encourage people to follow?

• Hinduism

• Jainism

• Buddhism

• Islam

What was the population of the Mauryan Empire?

• 10 million people

• 20 million people

• 50 million people

• 100 million people

How did Ashoka's leadership change after his last battle?

• He became more aggressive

• He promoted peace and well-being

• He focused on economic growth

• He isolated the empire

How did the Mauryan Empire connect with the Greek world?

• By sea routes

• By traveling overland through the Khyber Pass

• By air travel

• By underground tunnels