SUMMARY
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Sixth century BCE was a period of
material, cultural and intellectual development.
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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.
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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.
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The Mauryan dynasty was founded by
Chandragupta Maurya with the aid of Chanakya.
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The Mauryan administration and the
greatness of Ashoka with particular reference to his dhamma is highlighted.
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