Which of the Following Best Describes the Post-Mauryan Era

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the post-Mauryan era?

• A) India turned inward and avoided contact with other societies.
• B) India became a central hub for both trade and communication.
• C) India engaged in a robust trade network but avoided any cultural transmissions.

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Definitions:

Incapacitation

The state of being disabled or deprived of legal power or physical capabilities.

Retribution

A principle of justice that advocates for punishment to be proportional to the crime, serving as a form of moral vengeance.

Theory of Punishment

A set of principles discussing the rationale and justification for punishing individuals who break the law.

Fear of Punishment

The anticipation of experiencing negative consequences or sanctions as a result of engaging in wrongful or illegal acts, often used as a deterrent.