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Chandragupta Maurya established the Mauryan Empire by defeating the

  1. A
    Nandas
  2. B
    Chalukyas
  3. C
    Pallavas
  4. D
    Shungas

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Chandragupta Maurya founded the Mauryan Empire in 322BCE by overthrowing Dhana Nanda, the final ruler of the Nanda Dynasty, who ruled over Magadha. Chandragupta was assisted and guided strategically by his wise mentor and advisor, Chanakya (Kautilya).

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Chandragupta Maurya established the Mauryan Empire by defeating the
A
Nandas
B
Chalukyas
C
Pallavas
D
Shungas

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