The founder of the Mauryan Empire, Chandragupta Maurya ... The empire's progress was guided by its leaders. Chandragupta I, ruling from 318 to 330 CE, founded the empire. He started with a ...

Gupta rulers acquired much of the land previously held by the Mauryan Empire, and peace and trade flourished under their rule. Detailed gold coins featuring portraits of the Gupta kings stand out ...