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Trade, Philosophy, and Governance in India's Gupta Empire

This section explores the economic and philosophical foundations of the Gupta Empire in India. It highlights trade practices, including the exchange of salt, cloth, and iron with distant lands like China and the Mediterranean. The Bhagavad Gita's message emphasizes duty, even in adversity. The accomplishments of King Asoka reflect his Buddhist beliefs, showcasing his focus on public welfare through the construction of hospitals, roads, and his advocacy for religious tolerance. Additionally, the importance of a number system in trade is discussed, facilitating transaction tracking.

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Trade, Philosophy, and Governance in India's Gupta Empire

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  1. India’s First Empires Chapter 6 Section 3 Page 209-216 1-6 What did you Learn?

  2. 1. Describe Trade during the Gupta Empire? • Gupta Indians traded salt, cloth, and Iron with China, Southeast Asia, and the Mediterranean.

  3. 2. What is the message of the BhagavadGita? • It taught people to do their duty even when it was painful.

  4. 3. Organizing Information

  5. 4. Analyze - How were Asoka’s Buddhist beliefs reflected in his accomplishments as king? • His improvements were for the overall good. He built hospitals, roads, and rest stops for travelers; sent missionaries throughout India and Asia; carved Buddhist principles on pillars; Built stupas; and practiced religious tolerance.

  6. 5. Expository WritingWhich of the Indian emperors described in the section do you think was the greatest ruler? Write a short answer explaining your Choice • Answers May Vary

  7. 1.Asoka 2. Chandragupta 3. Samudragupta

  8. 6. Math LinkWhy would the development of a number system be important in a civilization that depended on Trade? • This made it easier to keep track of transaction, also to be able to explain amounts of product traded and to see how much money was made

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