History of India, 321 BC, Chandra Gupta Maurya established the Maurya Empire
History of India, 321 BC, Chandra Gupta Maurya established the Maurya Empire
Chandra Gupta Maurya was the founder of the Maurya Empire in India in 321 BC.
He was the first ruler in India to unite the country and expand his empire to Afghanistan, Iran, and parts of Central Asia.
The Mauryan Empire was one of the largest empires in the ancient world, covering most of the Indian subcontinent.
During the reign of Chandra Gupta Maurya and his grandson Ashoka, the Mauryan Empire was an important center of learning, trade and art.
The empire was divided into four provinces and the governance system was based on the principles of Dharma and Karma.
The Mauryan Empire was known for its achievements in engineering and architecture, including the construction of roads, irrigation systems, and the Great Stupa at Sanchi.
The Mauryan Empire was also known for its advances in literature, art, and culture, with the famous Buddhist texts, the Arthashastra and the Ashokan Edicts, being written during this period.
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