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The decline of the Nandas at the hands of Kautilya and Chandragupta Maurya has been vividly portrayed in the Sanskrit play

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Mrichhakatika
  2. Devi Chandragupta
  3. Mattavilasa
  4. Mudrarakshasa

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Mudrarakshasa

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: D. Mudrarakshasa šŸ“š Explanation: Mudrarakshasa is a Sanskrit play written by Vishakhadatta that narrates the rise of Chandragupta Maurya and the fall of the Nanda dynasty. it vividly describes the strategic brilliance of his advisor, Kautilya (Chanakya). The play is unique because it focuses on political intrigue and diplomacy rather than mythology. it remains a key source for understanding the foundation of the Mauryan Empire.