Monday, February 4, 2013

Chapter 6 Section 3 - India's First Empires


Summary 
An Indian prince named Chandragupta Maurya founded the Mauryan dynasty and India's first empire. Chandragupta established a well-organized government and created a postal system. A Buddhist king, Asoka's efforts included the building of hospitals, stupas, and roads. After his death, the Mauryan dynasty fell apart. For 500 years, India was without a strong leader. When the Gupta empire was created, it reunited most of northern India. India experienced a golden age of art and learning during the Gupta empire.

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