The art and architecture of the Mauryan Empire constitutes the culminating point of the progress of Indian art. The period was marked by mature use of stone and production of masterpieces. Classification: The Mauryan period art and architecture, except that of the relics of the palace of … [Read more...] about Mauryan Art and Architecture
The Mauryan Empire
Mauryan Economy
The economy of Mauryan Empire was sound. The Mauryas established a centralized government which contributed to the economic progress of the country. Agriculture was the principal backbone of Mauryan Economy. The cultivators were the most numerous classes. Land revenue was the principal source of … [Read more...] about Mauryan Economy
Samrat Ashoka (Emperor Ashoka Maurya)
Samrat Ashoka, also known as Ashoka the Great, is regarded as one of the greatest emperor in Indian History. He was the son of Bindusara Maurya and grandson of Chandragupta Maurya. He was born on 304 B.C. The ascession of Samrat Ashoka Maurya to the throne of Magadha Empire marks the beginning of a … [Read more...] about Samrat Ashoka (Emperor Ashoka Maurya)
King Bindusara Maurya
Introduction: Bindusara Maurya was the second Mauryan Emperor. He succeeded to the throne on 298 B.C. His father was Chandragupta Maurya, the founder of Maurya dynasty. The mother of Bindusara was Durdhara, who was one of the wives of Chandragupta. He was born in 320 B.C. Chanakya, the famous … [Read more...] about King Bindusara Maurya
History of Chandragupta Maurya (Sandrocottus)
Introduction: King Chandragupta Maurya was the founder of Maurya Empire. He is also known as Sandrocottus among Greek. He was born in 340 B.C. and died in about 298 B.C. He was succeeded by his son Bindusara. Chandragupta Maurya had to struggle against Dhana Nanda twice. In his first struggle he … [Read more...] about History of Chandragupta Maurya (Sandrocottus)