Explain any four sources to reconstruct the history of Mauryas. Examine the system of Mauryan administration.
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The four sources to reconstruct the history of mauryans are:
● The literary sources incorporate Kautilya's Arthasastra, Visakha Datta's Mudra Rakshasa , Megasthenese's Indica, Buddhist writing and Puranas.
● The archeological sources incorporate Emperor Ashokan Edicts and engravings made by him and material stays.
● For example, silver and copper punch-stamped coins during Mauryan times.
Answer:
The literary sources include Kautilya's Arthasastra, Visakha Datta's Mudra Rakshasa , Megasthenese's Indica, Buddhist literature and Puranas. The archaeological sources include Ashokan Edicts and inscriptions and material remains such as silver and copper punch-marked coins.
Explanation:
The literary sources include Kautilya's Arthasastra, Visakha Datta's Mudra Rakshasa , Megasthenese's Indica, Buddhist literature and Puranas. The archaeological sources include Ashokan Edicts and inscriptions and material remains such as silver and copper punch-marked coins.