UPSC History The Mourya Empire Question Bank Maurya Period

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    Who was the founder of Maurya dynasty?

    A)  Chandragupta II   

    B)  Chandragupta Maurya

    C)  Vishnugupta

    D)  Ashoka

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

    Indian Emperor Chandragupta Maurya (father of Bindusara and grandfather of Ashoka) lived from 340-298 BCE and was the first ruler of the Mauryan Empire. He ruled from 322-298 BCE. Vistmugupta was one of the lesser known kings of the Gupta Dynasty. He is generally considered to be the last recognized king of the Gupta Empire. His reign lasted 10 years, from 540 to 550 CE


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