Which tactic did both Chandragupta Maurya and Aśoka use to gain power? They set up a system of spies. They expanded the empire’s borders.

They carved edicts in pillars and rocks.

They sent missionaries to foreign lands.

The correct answer is B) they expanded the empire’s borders.

The tactic that both Chandragupta Maurya and Aśoka used to gain power was that they expanded the empire’s borders.

These feared emperors decided to expand their territories through conquering in order to gain more power, control, and influence in the region.

However, in the case of emperor Asoka, he inherited the ruling of the Mauryan Empire in 273 BC and followed his grandfather's steps. He conquered, fought many battles, and imposed his will in his new territories. But he got tired when he realized all the pain and suffering caused by the war. He converted to Buddhism and started to appreciate values such as tolerance, justice, and respect.

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