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The Amaravati Stupa is associated with which dynasty?

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Which region was ruled by the Indo-Parthians?

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The term "Mahayana" in Buddhism was first used during the reign of?

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Who was the first Kushana ruler to issue gold coins in India?

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Who was the greatest ruler of the Satavahana dynasty?

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The Gandhara School of Art was influenced by which culture?

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Which Kushana ruler is famous for the Fourth Buddhist Council?

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The Junagarh Rock Inscription was issued by which ruler?

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Which dynasty ruled the Deccan region after the Mauryas?

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Who was the most famous Indo-Greek ruler?

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Who founded the Shunga dynasty after the Mauryan Empire?

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Who was the last ruler of the Mauryan Empire?

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Which of the following texts provides information about the Mauryan administration?

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Which Buddhist council was held during Ashoka’s reign?

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Which Mauryan king adopted Buddhism after the Kalinga War?

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What was the capital of the Mauryan Empire?

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Which Mauryan ruler fought the Kalinga War?

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Which Greek ambassador visited the court of Chandragupta Maurya?

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Who was the chief advisor of Chandragupta Maurya?

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Who was the founder of the Mauryan Empire?

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Mauryan and Post-Mauryan Period: A Comprehensive Overview

The Mauryan Empire (321 BCE – 185 BCE) was the first large-scale empire in Indian history, followed by the Post-Mauryan period (185 BCE – 300 CE), which saw the rise of regional kingdoms and foreign invasions. This period played a crucial role in shaping India’s political, economic, and cultural landscape.


Mauryan Period (321 BCE – 185 BCE)

The Mauryan Empire was established by Chandragupta Maurya after overthrowing the Nanda dynasty with the help of Chanakya (Kautilya). The Mauryan rule marked the first centralized administration in India.

Key Rulers of the Mauryan Empire

1. Chandragupta Maurya (321 BCE – 297 BCE)

2. Bindusara (297 BCE – 273 BCE)

3. Ashoka the Great (273 BCE – 232 BCE)

Mauryan Administration

Mauryan Economy and Society

Decline of the Mauryan Empire (185 BCE)


Post-Mauryan Period (185 BCE – 300 CE)

After the decline of the Mauryan Empire, India witnessed political fragmentation and the rise of several regional kingdoms, foreign invasions, and cultural developments.

1. Shunga Dynasty (185 BCE – 73 BCE)

2. Kanva Dynasty (73 BCE – 30 BCE)

3. Indo-Greek Kingdoms (200 BCE – 10 CE)

4. Shaka (Scythians) Rule (1st Century BCE – 4th Century CE)

5. Parthians (Pahlavas) (1st Century CE)

6. Kushana Empire (1st Century CE – 3rd Century CE)

7. Satavahana Dynasty (1st Century BCE – 3rd Century CE)

8. Gupta Empire (Post 300 CE)


Cultural Developments in the Post-Mauryan Period


Conclusion

The Mauryan Empire was a period of strong central rule, economic prosperity, and religious transformation under Ashoka. The Post-Mauryan period saw political fragmentation, the rise of regional powers, foreign invasions, and cultural exchanges, ultimately setting the stage for the Gupta Empire, which ushered in the Golden Age of India.