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Summary of Intellectual Awakening and Socio-Political Changes

Social Science : History : Intellectual Awakening and Socio-Political Changes

SUMMARY

·        Sixth century BCE was a period of material, cultural and intellectual development.

·        Confucius’ ethics in China and Zoroastrian religion in Persia, Mahavira’s Tri-ratnas and Buddha’s eight-fold path in India created a new awakening and provided a moral code of conduct to humanity.

·        Sixth century BCE was also a period that witnessed the rise of Mahajanapadas. The sixteen such chiefdoms are listed with the focus on Magadha as a powerful kingdom.

·        The Mauryan dynasty was founded by Chandragupta Maurya with the aid of Chanakya.

·        The Mauryan administration and the greatness of Ashoka with particular reference to his dhamma is highlighted.

 

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