Chandragupta & the Maurya Empire
Who helped Chandragupta plan and take power as his advisor?
Chanakya, a teacher and political strategist.
What is cosmic order in early Hindu beliefs?
The belief that everyone must do their duty to keep the world balanced.
How was Islam first introduced to India?
Through Arab and Persian traders who traveled to India.
How did different Sultans treat religion differently?
Some were tolerant of other religions, while others were strict.
What technology helped the Mughals maintain power?
Advanced gunpowder weapons like cannons and muskets.
Why was Chandragupta’s rise to power considered impressive?
He was not born royalty and rose from low status to emperor.
What was the main idea of the Bhakti Movement?
Personal devotion to a god without needing priests.
Why did India’s disunity make invasion easier?
India was divided into small kingdoms with no strong leader.
Why might life feel unpredictable under the Delhi Sultanate?
Religious rules changed depending on who was ruling.
Why did this technology keep Europeans out of India?
The Mughal military was too strong to defeat.
How did Chandragupta overthrow the Nanda Dynasty?
He used careful planning, strategy, and timing to remove them.
Who was Siddhartha Gautama, and what did he seek?
He was a prince who searched for answers to human suffering.
What strengths helped the Turks succeed as conquerors?
They were organized, fast, and strong warriors.
What important idea did India share with the Muslim world?
The base-ten number system (0–9).
How did Akbar support the exchange of religious ideas?
He encouraged religious tolerance and open discussions.
What's one of Mr. Lopez's classroom rules that kids break every day that annoys the heck out of him?
Talking while he is speaking and getting up out of their seat without permission.
What is nirvana in Buddhism?
A peaceful state where suffering ends.
How did fighting between Indian kingdoms help the Turks?
The kingdoms did not unite to stop the invasion.
What's another word Mr. Lopez uses instead of "no"?
Negative!!
Why was Akbar a successful ruler?
He created peace and unity, which helped trade and the economy grow.
Why is Chandragupta important to Indian history?
He united most of India and created the first major Indian empire.
What caused Buddhism to split into two main branches?
Disagreements about the Buddha and how to reach enlightenment.
What title did Turkish leaders use when ruling from Delhi?
Sultan
What is Mr. Lopez favorite sport?
Boxing you fools!
How did Aurangzeb’s treatment of Hindus weaken the empire?
His intolerance caused anger, rebellions, and loss of unity.