Periods 1 and 5: Global 9 - AIM 128

AIM 128

How did the Maurya Empire start to control India?

I.  Maurya Empire
A. powerful empire that controlled Northern India
B.  Two strong leaders helped Maurya Empire to grow and become successful
1. Chandragupta
2. Asoka
C. Accomplishments of the Maurya Empire include:
1. strong military
2. bureaucracy = an organized government
3. built roads
4. secret police
5.government jobs = people worked to support the empire
6. guards to protect leaders
7. respected other religions