Practice - New Notions of Kingship
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Practice Questions
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What is a mahajanapada?
💡 Hint: Think about the meaning of 'maha' and 'janapada'.
Name one characteristic of kingship during this period.
💡 Hint: Consider how Asoka communicated his ideals.
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What did the term 'mahajanapada' refer to?
💡 Hint: Think about their size and role.
True or False: Asoka's reign was characterized by military conquests without moral considerations.
💡 Hint: Consider his rock edicts.
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Evaluate the impact of Asoka's dhamma on the governance structure of the Mauryan Empire and its long-term effects on Indian polity.
💡 Hint: Reflect on modern implications of his policies.
Discuss how the emergence of mahajanapadas influenced economic trade and cultural exchanges in ancient India.
💡 Hint: Consider connections with neighboring regions.
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