Major Rock Edict II mentions the establishment of medical treatment facilities for both humans and animals, and the planting of medicinal herbs.

'Vishti' referred to forced labor, which was considered a form of tax paid by the citizens to the state in terms of labor.

The Mauryan Dynasty was succeeded by the Shunga Dynasty, established by Pushyamitra Shunga after he assassinated the last Mauryan king.

Ashoka is credited with transforming Buddhism from a local sect into a world religion by sending missionaries to Hellenistic kingdoms, Sri Lanka, and Central Asia.

Spies in the Mauryan Empire were called 'Gudhapurushas'. They played a crucial role in internal security and intelligence gathering.

In his book 'Indica', Megasthenes incorrectly classified Indian society into seven castes (philosophers, farmers, herdsmen, artisans, soldiers, overseers, and councilors).

Dharmamahamatras were special officials appointed by Ashoka to propagate Dhamma (moral law), look after the welfare of the people, and ensure justice.

Land revenue, known as 'Bhaga', was the primary source of income for the Mauryan state, typically fixed at 1/6th of the produce.

The Barabar Caves in Bihar were constructed by Ashoka and his successor Dasaratha and were dedicated to the ascetics of the Ajivika sect.

The Maski Minor Rock Edict (and later Gujjara) is significant because it explicitly mentions the name 'Ashoka', whereas others use titles like 'Devanampiya Piyadassi'.