SS U3 C5 S4 Flashcards
1
Q
Who created Mauryan Empire?
A
Candragupta Maurya (decided to become a Jainist monk and gave up his thrown to his son)
2
Q
How did Mauryans gain control of most of India?
A
They used their large armies with elephants and warriors to expand their kingdom.
3
Q
Who is Asoka? What were his religious beliefs?
A
Candragupta’s grandson (Mauryan Empire) who became king and helped to grow the kingdom. He converted to Buddhism and helped to spread Buddhism throughout India.
4
Q
What religion did most of the Gupta rulers belong to?
A
Hindu
5
Q
Who was Candra Gupta I?
A
The first Gupta Emperor
6
Q
Who was Candra Gupta II?
A
Gupta Emperor who ruled when the Gupta societ reached its high point.
