The document defines key vocabulary terms from Chapter 6 Section 3 of India's early empires. It describes Chandragupta Maurya as the founder of India's first empire and dynasty. It notes Kalidasa as the most famous author from the Gupta dynasty. It identifies Asoka as India's ruler from 273-232 BCE, considered the first great Buddhist king. It lists Pataliputra as the capital city of the Mauryan and Gupta empires.

1. Chapter Six: Early India Section Three India’s First Empires