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Q · Post Mauryan Empire medium · 45s
Which dynasty succeeded the Maurya Empire in Magadha?
TopicPost Mauryan Empire
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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The Sunga dynasty succeeded the Maurya Empire around 185 BCE after Pushyamitra Sunga assassinated the last Mauryan ruler, Brihadratha, marking the start of the Post-Mauryan period.
Final Answer: Option A - Sunga