Tell us how Chandragupta Maurya kept his empire strong
What are mercenaries?
Mercenaries are Hired soldiers and Chandragupta Maurya used them by capturing northern India
How was Asoka different from the previous Mauryan rulers?
Asoka was different from previous mauryan rulers because he was peaceful and made a big impact
What are two ways that the Gupta kings unified their country?
Two ways that the gupta kings unified their country by making alliances and having a strong government
How far did literature from the Golden Age of India spread?
Plays, Law, Folktales, Fables, Religion & Poetry
Four things Aryabhata is known for
Found out that the year was exactly 365.258, Approximate size of earth, Proposed the planets were spheres, & Suggest the earth spins on an axis
How was he a harsh ruler?
Chandragupta Maurya was a harsh ruler by having a huge army and tons of spies
What effect did the war in Kalinga have on Asoka?
It had a positive effect on asoka
How did the Gupta separate their country into smaller parts?
Gupta separated their country into smaller parts by provinces
What materials were used for money during the Gupta Empire?
Gold and copper were used for money
Why did the Gupta build a large system of roads?
The gupta built a large system of roads because of trade
How did he pay for his government?
He paid for his government by taxes
What are missionaries, and how did Asoka use them?
Asoka used missionaries to spread religion
What subjects were commonly shown in Gupta art?
Gods, Religion, & Families
What were three features that roads had in the Gupta Empire?
Few feet off the ground, canals alongside, Ditches alongside
How big was his army and what animals were in it?
There were 600,000 soldiers and 6,000 elephants
What Are Edicts
Edicts are royal messages
What metals did the Gupta use for money and other objects?
Gold, Copper, Iron, & Bronze
What were the major discoveries made in Mathematics?
The number system was created in India