Multiple choice general knowledge history

Which dynasty put an end the glorious rule of the Mauryan Empire by defeating its last king Brihadrata?

  1. Rashtrakutas

  2. Palas

  3. Sungas

  4. Chalukyas
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Sunga dynasty (c. 185-73 BCE) ended the Mauryan Empire when Pushyamitra Sunga, the commander-in-chief, assassinated the last Mauryan king Brihadrata. Rashtrakutas (A) ruled much later (8th-10th century CE). Palas (B) ruled in Bengal (8th-12th century CE). Chalukyas (D) were a Deccan dynasty (6th-12th century CE).

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