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Tri-rates are the three principles taught by


The Tri ratnas is the teaching of Mahavira:


1. Right Faith: he said to have belief in the teachings of Mahavira and have wisdom.


2. Right Knowledge: He said that the world is without god and there is no creator.


3. Right actions: By this, he meant ahimsa, honesty, kindness, truthfulness, no desires for others’ belongings.

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The Magadha king influenced by the teachings of Mahavira


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Northern India extended from the Kabul Valley in the north to the Godavari in the south witnessed the rise of Sixteen States.


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The account which throws light on Mauryan polity and society


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(i) Under the Magadha king the mahamatriyas functioned as secretaries to the ministers.


(ii) Accounts of Megasthanes titled Indica is a useful record about Mauryan polity and society.


(iii) Nanda’s attempt to build an imperial structure was cut short by Ashoka who founded the Mauryan kingdom.


(iv) According to tradition, towards the end of his life, Chandragupta become an ardent follower of Buddhism.