Ancient History PYQ 115 of 208 · Post-Mauryan Period

Consider the following dynasties of Ancient India:

  • 1. Shunga
  • 2. Maurya
  • 3. Kushana
  • 4. Kanva

Which of the following is the correct chronological order of their rule?

  1. A1 2 3 4
  2. B2 1 4 3
  3. C2 3 1 4
  4. D2 1 3 4

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Correct answer: (b) 2 1 4 3

Explanation

Maurya (321-184 BCE), Shunga (184-73 BCE), Kanva (73-28 BCE), Kushana (1st-3rd centuries CE).

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