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The Mauryan Empire — Concept Maps

ICSE · Class 9 · History & Civics

4 concept maps of The Mauryan Empire for ICSE Class 9 History & Civics, each also written out as a text outline.

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A map showing the maximum extent of the Mauryan Empire under Ashoka, highlighting its capital Pataliputra and provincial centers (Taxila, Ujjayini, Tosali, Suvarnagiri), and the distribution of Ashoka
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Timeline of the Mauryan Empire

Timeline of the Mauryan Empire

The map in words

  • 321 BCE
    • Chandragupta establishes Mauryan Empire
  • 305 BCE
    • Treaty with Seleucus Nicator
  • 297 BCE
    • Bindusara becomes emperor
  • 273 BCE
    • Ashoka ascends the throne
  • 261 BCE
    • Kalinga War and Ashokas transformation
  • 232 BCE
    • Death of Ashoka
  • 185 BCE
    • End of Mauryan Empire

Mauryan Empire Overview

Mauryan Empire Overview

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  • Mauryan Empire
    • Founders
      • Chandragupta Maurya
        • Defeated Nandas
        • Treaty with Seleucus
      • Kautilya Chanakya
        • Arthashastra
        • Political Advisor
    • Rulers
      • Chandragupta
        • Empire Builder
        • Pan Indian Character
      • Bindusara
        • Slayer of Foes
        • South Expansion
      • Ashoka
        • Kalinga War
        • Dhamma Policy
        • Buddhist Patronage
    • Administration
      • Central Government
        • King Supreme Authority
        • Council of Ministers
        • Mantri Parishad
      • Provincial System
        • Five Provinces
        • Kumar Aryaputra
        • Mahamatra
      • Revenue System
        • Land Tax
        • Bali Bhaga
        • Trade Taxes
    • Sources
      • Literary
        • Arthashastra
        • Indika
      • Archaeological
        • Ashokan Edicts
        • Sanchi Stupa
        • Rock Pillars

Mauryan Dynasty Timeline

Mauryan Dynasty Timeline

The map in words

  • 322 BCE
    • Chandragupta establishes dynasty
  • 305 BCE
    • Defeats Seleucus Nicator
  • 298 BCE
    • Bindusara becomes emperor
  • 273 BCE
    • Ashoka ascends throne
  • 261 BCE
    • Kalinga War occurs
  • 260 BCE
    • Ashoka embraces Buddhism
  • 232 BCE
    • Death of Ashoka
  • 185 BCE
    • End of Mauryan rule

Mauryan Empire: rise, administration, sources, Ashoka's policies, and cultural significance

Mauryan Empire: rise, administration, sources, Ashoka's policies, and cultural significance

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  • Mauryan Empire: rise, administration, sources, Ashoka's policies, and cultural significance
    • Chandragupta Maurya
    • Kautilya
    • Bindusara
    • Ashoka
    • Sources of Mauryan history
    • Arthashastra
    • Indika
    • Ashokan Edicts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in The Mauryan Empire for ICSE Class 9 History & Civics?
Key topics in The Mauryan Empire include Sources of Mauryan History, Chandragupta Maurya and the Rise of the Empire, Bindusara and Ashoka, Mauryan Administration. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 9 exams.
What do the concept maps for The Mauryan Empire show?
The 4 maps show how the ideas in The Mauryan Empire connect: Timeline of the Mauryan Empire; Mauryan Empire Overview. Each map is also written out as an outline on this page.
How should I revise The Mauryan Empire for Class 9 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 63 practice questions on The Mauryan Empire. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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