Question

Write how Ashoka ruled his vast empire.

Answer 1

Answer:

Among Ashoka's works of public utility were the founding of hospitals for people and animals, the planting of roadside trees and groves, the digging of wells, and the construction of watering sheds and rest houses. Orders were also issued for curbing public laxities and preventing cruelty to animals. With the death of Ashoka, the Mauryan empire disintegrated and his work was discontinued. His memory survives for what he attempted to achieve and the high ideals he held before himself.

Answer 2

Ashoka was able to rule this vast empire initially through the precepts of the political treatise known as the Arthashastra.