Chinese Dynasties vs Indian Dynasties

Both dynasties functioned through a bureaucracy. In terms of success, Chinese centralization prevailed with unification while Indian centralization only led to a temporary unification. The Chinese dynasties were more successful imperially due to the absorption of northern Vietnam and Korea. The Chinese were also able to fend off their aggressors known as the Xiongnu by launching an invasion campaign. However, the Gupta Dynasty of India fell to the White Huns. The Qin and Han dynasties of China saw a large growth in landmass while the Mauryan and Gupta dynasty saw overall decline. The Qin and Han dynasties faced decline through internal rebellion while the Mauryan and Gupta dynasty saw decline through financial difficulties and invasions. In terms of political organization, China faced a centralized ruler while in India, local government and administration left in hands of allies of various regions.