Question

examine the nature of the economy of the mauryan period

Answer 1

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Answer 2

The Mauryas operated a centralized government.

Their economy was based on agriculture and land revenue.

Fruits, vegetables, pulses, spices, etc. were grown.

The state also helped their farmers build irrigation tanks and lakes.

The state collected tax from landlord depending on the fertility of the soil.
 
Industries boomed during the Mauryan Empire. There were 18 types of industries.

The state had control over these industries, especially over mining.
 
The government collected tax from traders, artisans and laborers.