Explain the main features of Darius 1 reign.

The main features of Darius 1 reign were:
Neutralizing early revolts
Military campaigns
Administration of the Empire
Building projects
Neutralizing early revolts
In 522 BC when Darius gained the throne he was faced by major revolts throughout his empire. Sources tell us that the empire was relatively content under the rule of Bardiya, as much of the empire was benefited by tax, military, and religious reforms. In little under a year, Darius was able to quell all the revolts which existed in almost every province of the empire. Darius was merciful to defeated provinces, but thoroughly puni…