Tamil+Nadu+and+Edicts+of+Ashoka

Tamil Nadu and Edicts of Ashoka
 * 1) Who were the Cholas? What were some of their accomplishments? - One of the most prominent dynasties in Indian history,  the Cholas had defeated the Pallavas and the Pandyas and become the most powerful kings in South India. They had brought the southern Tamil country (then known as Tondamandala) under their control
 * 2) Why did the British find the region so valuable? - Tamil Nadu is the most urbanized state in India, and agriculture remains a vital part of the economy, especially the rice cultivation.
 * 3) What did the Romans trade with Tamil Nadu? - precious stones, and gold.
 * 4) What purpose did the Ashokan pillars play during Ashoka's rule? Why do you think they would have been effective? - there were edicts on the pills, rock stays around for a very long time and their message wasn't gonna disinagrate
 * 5) How did the possible meeting between Alexander the Great and a young Chandragupta influence the development of the Mauryan Empire?- he learned how to be a great ruler from him
 * 6) In light of India's many religious traditions, why do you think Buddhism suffered a sharp decline in India after Ashoka? - the religion was dying off
 * 7) What teachings of the Buddha are most relevant in today's world? Theraveda, and Laos