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Mauryan Empire Under two rulers: Chandragupta & Asoka

Mauryan Empire Under two rulers: Chandragupta & Asoka. Asoka’s Rock and Pillar Edicts.

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Mauryan Empire Under two rulers: Chandragupta & Asoka

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  1. Mauryan Empire Under two rulers: Chandragupta & Asoka

  2. Asoka’s Rock and Pillar Edicts “This edict has been written for the following purpose: that the judicial officers of the city may strive to do their duty and that the people under them might not suffer unjust imprisonment or harsh treatment. To achieve this, I will send out Mahamatras every five years who are not harsh or cruel, but who are merciful and who can ascertain if the judicial officers have understood my purpose and are acting according to my instructions.”

  3. Hammurabi's Code Asoka’s Pillar Edict They are similar in that both sets of laws were made public for all to see. How did the laws differ?

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