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SSC CHSL 2021 PYQ — Question 49

SSC CHSL - 19 April 2021 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q49

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Who among the following kings founded the Maurya empire in ancient India?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 3. i.e. Chandragupta.

  • Chandragupta Maurya was the founder of the Mauryan empire, an extensive empire located in Magadha.
  • He ruled from 320 BCE to 298 BCE. Chandragupta Maurya's empire extended throughout most of South Asia, spanning from modern day Bengal to Afghanistan across North India as well as making inroads into Central and South India.