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Who was the founder of the Maurya Empire?

1. Ashoka
2. Bindusara
3. Chandragupta Maurya
4. Chanakya

Correct answer: Chandragupta Maurya

Solution

Chandragupta Maurya founded the Maurya Empire. Ashoka and Bindusara were later rulers, while Chanakya was the chief advisor who helped him.

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