The main features of the Alliance System which existed in Europe in 1914 were born from fear that came about from militarization in the area. There were too many connections.
The Marshall plan was to help build up Western European nations due to the fact that communism spreads easiest in poverty stricken war torn countries. Then to make it worst Europe is a collective of several countries that are closest to America’s borders from the Atlantic, so to further containing communism in the east, they had to solidify the Democracy in the west.
Gupta Empire:
Expanded trade with Europe, China.
Made great cultural advancements.
Used the modern numbering system.
Invented standardized weight system.
Mauryan Empire:
United India for the first time.
Ruled by Ashoka.
Used army to conquer large territory.
Lasted only about 100 years.
Hope that helps.