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Q · Post Mauryan Empire Medium · 45s
With reference to the Sunga Dynasty, consider the following statements: 1. The Sunga Empire was founded by Pushyamitra Sunga after overthrowing Brihadratha Maurya. 2. Patanjali’s Mahabhashya was composed during the Sunga period. 3. The Sungas were mainly known for promoting Mahayana Buddhism. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
TopicPost Mauryan Empire
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Pushyamitra Sunga killed the last Mauryan ruler, Brihadratha Maurya. Mahabhashya by Patanjali is attributed to this period. The Sungas, however, were Brahmanical and are said to have persecutedBuddhists rather than promote Mahayana Buddhism.
Final Answer: Option A — 1 and 2 only