Question

In one or two paragraphs, explain why you think the Mauryan Empire fell apart so quickly after the death of Ashoka the Great. Provide at least two possible reasons for the collapse.

Answer 1

Answer: The decline of the Mauryan Dynasty was rather rapid after the death of Asoka/Asoka. One obvious reason for it was the succession of weak kings. ... Had not the partition taken place, the Greek invasions could have been held back giving a chance to the Mauryan to re-establish some degree of their previous power.

Answer 2

After Ashoka's death, a series of less skilled emperors came to power. These emperors changed some of his policies. They were less accepting of other religions, and some did not respect Hinduism. The empire was divided, and local leaders took more control. Invaders from northern kingdoms attacked the divided empire, further weakening it. By 180 BCE, just 50 years after Ashoka's death, the empire had broken into many smaller, independent kingdoms.

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