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Indian Leaders and Religions Unit 1, SSWH 2 a and b. SSWH 2 a & b. Describe the development of Indian civilization; include the rise and fall of the Maurya Empire, the “Golden Age” under Gupta, and the emperor Ashoka.
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SSWH 2 a & b Describe the development of Indian civilization; include the rise and fall of the Maurya Empire, the “Golden Age” under Gupta, and the emperor Ashoka. Explain the development and impact of Hinduism and Buddhism on India and subsequent diffusion of Buddhism.
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Maurya Empire • Chandragupta Maurya killed the king • He creates empire (2,000+ miles), united north India – divided empire into 4 provinces • Cruel to subjects p. 84-86
Emperor Asoka • Ruled for 37yrs., greatest ruler • Warrior King with Army of Elephants • Massacre at Kalinga causes him to convert to Buddhism • Buddhist, ruled “peace to all beings” • Improved road system (increased trade, communication, & travel)
Subjects treated fairly: toleration, nonviolence • Fall of Empire: after his death, people fought for land & power p. 84-91
Gupta Empire • Created through marriage, expands through war • Chandra Gupta I marries & takes title “King of Kings” creating the Empire
Chandra Gupta II expands territory and rules during the “Golden Age” of the Empire • Peace Agreements are made, Trade Increase, Art and Religion flourish • Hinduism primary religion • Empire declines, invasions p. 85-90
Hinduism • No founder, collection of different beliefs • Moksha (liberation from desires) • Reincarnation: reborn to new lives • Karma: soul’s good or bad deeds, determines new life • Upanishads (text): how to achieve moksha • Caste System (social class): strengthened by religion p.76-78
Buddhism: Siddhartha Gautama • Enlightenment (wisdom): escape human suffering • Reincarnation used to gain nirvana • Nirvana: perfect understanding, no pain, no more reincarnations • Jatakas (text): about Buddha • Rejects Caste System & multiple gods of Hinduism p.79-82
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