Ancient Civilizations and Concepts

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Ashoka

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An Indian emperor of the Maurya Dynasty who ruled almost all of the Indian subcontinent; conquered territory, established peace and justice, and practiced religious tolerance.

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Mauryan Empire

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A geographically historical power in ancient India, who united the region together following the exit of Alexander the Great

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Buddhism

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A religion and philosophy based on the teachings of the Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama.

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Gupta Empire

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An ancient Indian empire, known for its achievements in arts, architecture, sciences, religion, and philosophy.

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Monsoons

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Seasonal wind patterns that cause wet and dry seasons.

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Golden Age

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A period of great cultural, economic, and scientific growth and achievement.

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Hinduism

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A major religious and cultural tradition of South Asia, developed from Vedic religion; believe in reincarnation, dharma, caste system and karma.

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Ashoka's Edicts

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A collection of 33 inscriptions on the Pillars of Ashoka, as well as boulders and cave walls, made by Emperor Ashoka.

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Kalinga War

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A war fought between the Maurya Empire under Ashoka and the state of Kalinga; the horrors from the war led to Ashoka's conversion to Buddhism.

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Sanskrit

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An ancient Indo-Aryan language, the classical language of India and Hinduism; literature flourished in the language during the Gupta Empire.