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Where does the word Ashokan come from and what does it mean?

It means that something is related to the classical Indian emperor Ashoka or his empire. See http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ashoka


What was most of the literature created in the Maurya and Gupta periods written in?

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How did Asoka's character and beliefs change over the course of his reign?

Ashoka was anointed the new emperor or ruler of the Mauryan Empire in 274 BCE. His grandfather, Chandragupta, had set out to conquer the weaker surrounding kingdoms to expand the territory of his people in 324 BCE, and was the first to rule over a unified India. Ashoka's father, Bindusara, established a reign much the same as his father's, controlling a larger kingdom than ever before known. When Bindusara became gravely ill, Ashoka succeeded him, although one hundred of his other brothers were mysteriously murdered. Many historians believe Ashoka had his own brothers eliminated so that he could succeed his father.A Sudden Change of HeartAshoka's reign as emperor began with a series of wars and bloodshed, culminating in the Kalinga War of 260 BC. The mammoth loss of life and suffering witnessed on the battlefield made him turn away from war. He subsequently became deeply influenced by Buddhism, and adopted the dharma, which consists of basic virtuous teachings that can be practiced by all men regardless of social origins. "Dharma" is derived from the Sanskrit word for "duty".


What is climax of the story riders to the sea?

The climax of J.M. Synge's play "Riders to the Sea" occurs when Maurya receives the news that her last surviving son, Bartley, has drowned at sea. This moment represents the culmination of the play's central conflict between the characters and the relentless power of the sea. Maurya's acceptance of Bartley's death and her final resignation to the sea's dominance mark the emotional peak of the story.


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Related Questions

Is Chandragupta Maurya related to ashoka?

Yes, Ashoka was Chandragupta Maurya's grandson. Ashoka was the son of Bimbhisara which in turn was Chandragupta Maurya's son.


Who was the father of ashoka the great?

Ashoka's father was Bindusara, the son of Chandragupta Maurya. Chandragupta is the Sandrocottos of ancient Greek authors, and Bindusara is called Amitrochates and sometimes according to the author Allitrochades.


Who was the founder of Maurya Dynasty?

Chandragupta maurya was the founder of the mauryan dynasty


Founder of the Maurya dynasty?

Chandragupta Maurya


What is the rule of Chandragupta Maurya?

Chandragupta Maurya was the founder of the Maurya Empire and ruled fro 320 BCE to 298 BCE.


How were the rulers Chandragupta maurya and candra gupta alike and different?

chandragupta maurya and chandragupta are the same person, but are also diffrent. you mean chandragupta gupta.


Who was the emperor of India from 269 to 232 BC?

Chandragupta Maurya of the the Maurayan dynasty in 323 bc


What was the sirname of ashoka?

Ashoka surname was maurya


What is chandragupta maurya real name?

Chandragupta's last name was Maurya which he got when he started ruling over the Maurya Empire. PLus Chandragupta Maurya's real names seems to be Chandrasar Maurya as per Puranas. He was also called Ranti Verma.


Was Chandragupta Hindu or Buddhist?

Chandragupta Maurya was a Hindu


Who was the great ambassador in the court of chandragupta maurya?

The great ambassador in the court of Chandragupta Maurya was Megasthenis.


Have ever Alexander the Great met Chandragupta Maurya?

Yes, Alexander the great met Chandragupta Maurya.