An Insane Empire in Indian History ( Maurya Empire )
The Maurya Empire was one of the greatest & Largest empires in ancient India, founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BCE. It was the first empire to unite almost all of the Indian subcontinent that covering present-day India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, and extending into modern-day Afghanistan and Iran.
The boundaries of Maurya Empire |
Maurya Empire was founded in 322 BCE and ended in 185 BCE.
Peacock is the symbol of Maurya Empire
The symbol of Maurya empire |
Now, I'll explain the Rise, Fall and Legacy of Maurya Empire
The Rise:
Chandragupta Maurya |
Ashoka the Great |
The Fall:
After Ashoka's death, the Maurya Empire gradually declined due to a combination of factors, including weak rulers, invasions by foreign powers, and economic instability. The last Mauryan king, Brihadratha, was assassinated in 185 BCE by his chief commander, Pushyamitra Sunga, who founded the Sunga dynasty and established the Shunga Empire.
The Legacy:
Sculptures of Maurya Empire |
The Maurya Empire left a lasting impact on Indian history and culture. It was the first empire to unify almost all of the Indian subcontinent and establish a centralized government. The administrative system of the Maurya Empire was highly efficient, with a sophisticated bureaucracy and a network of spies and informants. Ashoka's reign is considered a golden age of Indian history and his contributions to Buddhism are still remembered today.
Ashoka's Four lions Amblem |
Four lions amblem is the Ashoka's symbol and it continues till today as India's national Amblem.
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