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Who was the founder of the Maurya Empire?

A. Chandragupta Maurya
B. Ashoka
C. Bindusara
D. Shishunaga

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Chandragupta Maurya was the founder of the Maurya Empire, having established it after overthrowing the Nanda Dynasty. Option "Ashoka" was the most famous Mauryan ruler but not the founder. Option "Bindusara" was the son of Chandragupta Maurya. Option "Shishunaga" was the founder of the Shishunaga dynasty.

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