History Mauryan Empire

Q. Upto where did Chandragupta Maurya’s empire extend in the north west?

A
Indus river
B
Ravi river
C
Satluj river
D
Hindukush range

Correct Answer

Hindukush range

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    B)1928
    C)1931
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