Multiple choice

During the period of _______, dams, lakes and irrigation systems were extensively built.

  1. Ashoka

  2. Kanishka

  3. Chandragupta Maurya

  4. Harsha Vardhana

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Chandragupta Maurya's reign (321-298 BCE) is noted for extensive infrastructure development including dams, lakes, and irrigation systems under the guidance of his advisor Chanakya (Kautilya). The Arthashastra describes these public works.