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Which dynasty ruled over India before the Mauryas?

A. Gupta Dynasty
B. Shunga Dynasty
C. Nanda Dynasty
D. Magadha Dynasty

Explanation:

The Nanda Dynasty ruled over India before the Mauryas. Chandragupta Maurya overthrew the last Nanda ruler, Dhanananda. Option "Gupta Dynasty" came after the Mauryas and ruled over a large portion of India. Option "Shunga Dynasty" ruled after the Mauryas but not before them. Option "Magadha Dynasty" is a historical region, not a dynasty.

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