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Q · Mauryan Empire Medium · 45s
Which of the following was NOT a feature of the Mauryan economy?
TopicMauryan Empire
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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The Mauryan economy was highly regulated; the Arthashastra describes extensive state control over economic activities.
Final Answer: Option B - Free trade without state regulation