Maurya Empire

Chandragupta Forges an Empire:

Chandragupta first gained power in the Ganges Valley.
He had a well organized beureacracy

Kingdoms arise across the Deccan:
After the decline, Maurya became divided by different things. Deccan rulers tolerated mostly all religions.

Division and Disunity set in:
After Asoka's death, the unity of the Maurya Empire shattered.