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Asoka |
Asoka was ancient India's greatest ruler. |
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Gupta dynasty |
An ancient dynasty in India that lasted from about 320 to 550 CE. |
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Patalipurta |
The capital of the Mauryan dynasty. |
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Bhagaved Gita |
The "Song of the Lord." |
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Mauryan dynasty |
India's first great empire. |
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Vedas |
An ancient collection of sacred verses, hymns, prayers, and teachings. |
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What three things did Ancient Indian astronomers believe about the earth? |
They understood that Earth was round, revolved around the sun, they understood gravity, and followed mapped movements of planets and stars. |
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When was the golden age of Indian culture? |
During the Gupta dynasty (320 - 550 CE) |
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What four things helped make the Mauryan Empire strong? |
Centralized government, strong army, a good spy system, communications were important, so he set up a postal system. |
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Why did the Mauryan dynasty prosper under Asoka? |
They prospered under Asoka, because he focused on the welfare of others, he built a good road system, and he was a strong ruler. |
