Respuesta :
In general it is correct that "The Mauryan Empire expanded its borders, while the Gupta Empire expanded commerce" although it should be noted there were exceptions.
Answer:
The Mauryan Empire expanded its borders, while the Gupta Empire expanded commerce.
Explanation:
The Mauryan Empire was an empire led by Chandragupta Maurya, during it conquest was used as a means of unification. Because of this, the Mauryan empire spread southwards.
The Gupta Empire was a smaller area than the Mauryan empire and it was focused on trade. It was mostly based around agriculture and trade and commerce was growing steadily. During this period the textile industry was thriving.