HistoryCLASS 6All
answered 5 Apr 2026Briefly describe the administration of the Mauryan empire.
A.VERIFIED ANSWERfact-checked by tutors
- The Mauryan empire was so large that different parts were ruled differently. The empire was divided into provinces with the imperial capital at Pataliputra.
- The area around Pataliputra was under the direct control of the emperor. Other areas or provinces were ruled from the provincial capitals such as Taxila and Ujjain.
- The royal princes governed the provinces as king’s representatives.
- Officials were appointed to collect taxes from the people.
- Mauryan empire had a large army and vast network of spies.
- The Emperor supervised the whole administration with the help of the members of the royal family and senior ministers.