The Age of Reorganisation — Question 1

The period after the fall of the Maurya Empire is often called the ‘Age of Reorganisation’ because several new kingdoms and dynasties emerged across different parts of India. These included the Shungas in the north, Satavahanas in the Deccan, and Kharaveia’s Chedi dynasty in Kalinga. These rulers revived local traditions, reorganized administrative systems, and promoted regional cultures, marking a shift from a centralized empire to regional powers that laid the foundation for future developments in Indian history.