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How did early rulers establish and maintain Indian empires?
Mauryan Empire (300 BCE - 130 BCE)
Chandragupta Maurya
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Maintained order through well-organized bureaucracy (government)
Built roads and harbors to benefit trade
Had royal officials collect taxes
Had a royal court (advisors) and secret police (spies)
*His rule was harsh, but effective*
Asoka
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Grandson of Chandragupta Maurya
Converted​ to Buddhism after a particularly bloody battle
Followed Buddhist principles of respect for all life; became
vegetarian
Built roads, hospitals, and rest houses for travelers
Tolerant of other religions
*His rule brought peace and prosperity to the region*