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The Maurya Empire (322–185 BCE) was the first major empire in ancient India founded by Chandragupta Maurya. It reached its peak under Ashoka the Great, known for spreading Buddhism. The empire had a centralized administration, a strong military, and an advanced economy. Chanakya (Kautilya), a great strategist, was a key advisor and author of the Arthashastra.