Multiple choice

Which was the capital of Chandragupta Maurya?

  1. Magadh

  2. Kalinga

  3. Pataliputra

  4. Hastinapur
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Explanation

Pataliputra (modern-day Patna) was the capital of Chandragupta Maurya's empire. Located near the confluence of the Ganges and Son rivers, it was a strategic and prosperous city. Pataliputra remained the capital for several subsequent dynasties including the Guptas, becoming one of ancient India's most important political centers.

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