What was the government of the mauryan empire like during the reign of asoka? 99 pts

the empire expanded by conquests. asoka ruled over most of the indian continent until he stopped; sickened by sufferings from wars. then he maintained peace n issued edicts to govt officials to carve them on rocks in simple terms. the edicts protected religious freedom n tolerance, instructed officials to help the poor and elderly. they also commanded obedience to parents, respect for elders, generosity for all priests. unfortunately those edicts were not accepted by all sectors in the indian population.

the steam engine.

the locomotive.

the telephone.

the telegraph.

the internal combustion engine.

the rifle.

ironclad ships.

electricity/light bulb.