According to the Greek writers, the Punjab in those days was full of towns which were no doubt the centres of industry and economic prosperity. Many of these figure as forts or centres of defense, such as the famous Massaga (Masakavati) or Aomos (Varana) in the country of the Asvakas already referred to. The free clan called the Glaussai had [...]
Decline of the Mauryas in the Time of Asoka! Two noteworthy theories have been advanced by some historians regarding the sudden decline of the Maurya power. These are, first, the pacifist policy of Asoka, and secondly, the Brahmanical reaction against Asoka's administration. In both the theories, their authors make Asoka responsible for the decline of the Mauryas. But both the [...]
Read this article to learn about the history of Mauryan Empire in India ! Foundation of the Mauryan Empire: The foundation of the Maurya Empire in 321 B.C. by Chandragupta Maurya was a unique event in history. Particularly in view of the fact that it was found shortly after Alexander's victorious campaigns in North-West India during 327 B.C. - 325 [...]
