I think it was self governed
They were versatile and able than some of might think.their role was to help their husband run the estates, they could not make descions of importants, they were "the lord of the manor" while the father or husband was off fighting. sometimes they even go to war so that they can help their estate, the main role was to give their husband a son.
Answer:
Under Chandragupta's rule, government controlled the people for the betterment of the government and its ruler. Under Ashoka's rule, the government provided a better life for its people through better conditions and peace.