Practice An Early Empire (2.3) - Kings, Farmers and Towns EARLY STATES AND ECONOMIES (C. 600 все-600 се)

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Question 1.
What is a mahajanapada?
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Think about the political structures in early India.
Question 2.
Name one major king of the Mauryan Empire.
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He is associated with dhamma.
3Question 3.
What does 'mahajanapada' mean?
- Small village
- Large state
- Cultural center
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Think about the characteristics of early political organization.
4Question 4.
True or False: Asoka was primarily known for his military conquests.
- True
- False
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Consider the legacy of Asoka.
Question 5.
Analyze the significance of Asoka's conversion to dhamma post-Kalinga war on the Mauryan society and its governance.
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Consider how this impacted both the ruler and the ruled.
Question 6.
Compare the political structures of mahajanapadas to later empires, assessing continuity and change in governance practices.
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Reflect on how warfare and agriculture shaped politics in both periods.

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