HST 197 Chapter Notes - Chapter 9: Hephthalite Empire, Kushan Empire, Gupta Empire
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Came partly as a result of intrusion from beyond the subcontinent. Establishment of achaemenid authority in india, introduced local rulers to persian techniques of administration. Located in central portion of the ganges valley. During the following 2 centuries after the kingdom was created, it began to conquer neighboring states and gained control of indian commerce. Muryan empire, first state to be centralized and unified government. By the end of the 4th century, his empire embraced all of northern india from the indus to the ganges. Left his throne to become a monk. Kautalya was a careful and systematic advisor. Advised chandragupta to make use of spies and prostitutes. The peak of the empire happened under his rule. His first major undertaking was to conquer kalinga because it controlled major land and sea trade routes. Known more as a governor than as a conqueror. Went to great lengths to ensure that subordinates implemented his policies.
