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A sweet believed to have been loved by Mauryan emperors and served to Gautam Buddha, Bihar's famed Silao Khaja belongs to a small village near Nalanda. The GI-tagged sweet is also a must-try food in Odisha's Jagannath Puri.

Chanakya dedicated his life to forming the Maurya Empire and guiding its pioneer—Chandragupta Maurya and his son, Bindusara. He was the royal advisor, economist and philosopher during their reign.

Few countries have used fabric as a tool to achieve freedom. And that’s the reason why nearly seven decades after India gained its hard-won independence, khadi continues to inspire and amaze people around the globe.

As New Delhi grapples with the worst smog in 17 years, a growing public outcry has forced the government to adopt tougher measures. However, governance with a focus on clean environment and wildlife conservation in India dates back to 3rd century BC, during the time of Chandragupta Maurya and Ashoka.

Combining these ecologically safe traditional systems with modern rainwater-saving techniques could be the answer to India's perennial water woes.

The history of Indian currency not only spans centuries but also boasts quite a fascinating past. Read on for a brief glimpse of India’s – and your wallet’s – financial history.