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SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 42

SSC CGL - 18 Aug 2021 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q42

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Chandragupta led a revolt against the ______ and overthrew them.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Nandas.

  • Chandragupta led a revolt against the Nandas and overthrew them.
  • The Magadha dynasty, which was the most powerful state of the north in the 4th century B.C., was ruled by Nanda kings.
  • Chanakya, also known as Kautilya, was a Brahman minister who educated Chandragupta Maurya, a young man.