Question

24. Explain why the communication along both land and
riverine routes was vital for the existence of the empire
during the period of Mauryan.​

Answer 1

Answer:

During the Mauryan period, communication along both land and riverine routes was vital for the existence of the empire because: The Mauryan empire was a very vast empire. Thus, for political control, military activity and people's movement, both land and riverine routes were required.

Answer 2

Answer:

During the Mauryan period, communication along both land and riverine routes was vital for the existence of the empire because: The Mauryan empire was a very vast empire. ... Communication through roadways and waterways were necessary for trade and commerce and also for the exchange of ideas and knowledge, etc.