HISTORY
ANCIENT INDIA
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wide powers enjoyed by the provincial governors
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the presence of a ‘council of ministers’
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the presence of vast, numerous powers of the bureaucracy
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an extensive network of spy-system
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Detailed explanation-1: -The most important feature of the Mauryan administration was the presence of vast, numerous powers of the bureaucracy.
Detailed explanation-2: -Solution: The Mauryan empire had its capital at Pataliputra. The administration of the empire was divided into four regions, namely east, west, north and south regions for sake of convenience. Each region also had its own capitals at Tosali, Ujjayini, Suvarnagiri and Takshashila respectively.
Detailed explanation-3: -The Maurya Empire’s political unity and internal peace encouraged the expansion of trade in India. During Ashoka’s reign, government oversaw the building of major roadways, and the Mauryan international network of trade expanded. India’s exports to places like Bactria and Persia included silk, textiles, and spices.
Detailed explanation-4: -Mauryan administration was highly centralized. The Emperor was the supreme power and source of all authority. He was assisted by a Council of Ministers. It was called ‘Mantriparishad’.