ICSE Class 6 Answered
Elaborate on the Mauryan
army.
Asked by Topperlearning User | 18 May, 2015, 01:45: PM
Expert Answer
The Mauryan state had a large, well-equipped, standing army. It consisted of infantry, cavalry, elephants, chariots and a navy. There was also a separate department for the production of weapons. The army was always maintained in a high state of readiness even during the time of Ashoka.
Answered by | 18 May, 2015, 03:45: PM