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Q · Mauryan Empire medium · 45s
Which Mauryan ruler was Ashoka’s father?
TopicMauryan Empire
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Bindusara was Ashoka’s father and the second Mauryan ruler.
Final Answer: Option B - Bindusara