Magadha

Glory of the Mauryan Dynasty: A Triumph of Unity and Power (321-185 BCE)

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Glory of the Mauryan Dynasty: A Triumph of Unity and Power Chandragupta Maurya established the Mauryan Empire in 321 BCE. It is one of the most remarkable empires of the Indian ancient period. In its full potential under Emperor Ashoka, it played the role of a base for unity in Indian politics and culture for … Read more

Rise of the Mahajanapadas: A Legacy Forged in Blood and Valor (6th to 4th Century BCE)

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Rise of the Mahajanapadas: A Legacy Forged in Blood and Valor (6th to 4th Century BCE) The first manifestation in ancient India, of complex structures of politics, was the Mahajanapadas. Most people are familiar with these territorial states between the 6th and 4th century BCE in which they made up the entire Indian subcontinent’s political, … Read more