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Who was the first historical emperor of India?

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

Answer options

  1. Dhanananda
  2. Chandragupta Mourya
  3. Bimbisara
  4. Bindusara

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Chandragupta Mourya

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) Chandragupta Mourya šŸ“š Explanation: Chandragupta Maurya is often called the first 'historical' emperor because he was the first to unify most of India under one rule. He founded the Mauryan Empire after defeating the Nandas. His life and administration are well-documented in historical records from his time. He successfully defended the country against foreign invaders and created a vast, organized state.