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1. Both the Mauryan and Gupta Empires were located in Northern India. The Mauryan Empire was founded by Chandragupta Maurya around 321 BCE and extended its influence across northern India. The Gupta Empire, which followed the Mauryan Empire, was also situated in the same region and is known for its advancements in arts, sciences, and culture.
2. Ashoka created the Edicts of Ashoka to help control the empire, spread religious tolerance, and promote ideas of nonviolence. These edicts were inscribed on pillars and rocks throughout the empire to communicate Ashoka's policies and principles to his subjects. They emphasized moral values, respect for all religions, and the welfare of his people.
