Why was a golden age experienced by the gupta empire but not the mauryan empire?
A) The Mauryan emphasis on freedom of speech and thought discouraged citizens from achieving breakthroughs.
B) While the Mauryan experienced some periods of peace and prosperity, frequent conflicts slowed the pace of cultural achievement
C) The Mauryan leader Asoka's policy of religious persecution prevented cultural expression
D) A weak, disorganized government did not allow for strong political organization
