Ancient empires of India and China saw a series of dynastic emperors. Two of the most prominent and influential were Ashoka and Qin Shihuangdi, who had some similarities and differences. Ashoka was an emperor in India of the Mauryan Dynasty from 268 to 232 BCE. Shi Huangdi was the founder of the Qin dynasty, he ruled from 220 to 210 BC. Both rulers were seen as hard-working and self-confident. These characteristics aided them in persuading people to do as they said in terms of laws. Late in Ashoka’s ruling, he converted to Buddhism. This conversion to Buddhism helped the religions spread and played a major role in the development of Indian culture. On the other hand, Shi Huangdi brought standardized measurements, the Great Wall, and unification
