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What was 'Varta' during the Mauryan period?

The correct answer is

More than one of the above

During the Mauryan period, as described in ancient texts like Kautilya's Arthashastra, the term 'Varta' referred to crucial economic activities that were considered vital for the state's prosperity and well-being. Rearing and management of animals for various purposes (dairy, meat, labor, etc.). Therefore, the correct answer is More than one of the above.

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Important Questions from Mauryan expansion

  1. In which of the following edict Asoka refer himself as 'Asokaraja' ?

  2. Which of the following edicts have information about Samrat Ashoka's Dhamma ?

  3. Who among the following was defeated by Mauryan emperor Chandragupta Maurya?  

  4. Who was the first ruler of Maurya dynasty?

  5. In which year of his reign did Ashoka visit Bodh Gaya?

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