History Mauryan Empire

Q. How did the Maurya Empire finally end?

A
The Kanvas of Central India deposed the last Mauryan ruler
B
The last Mauryan ruler was killed by his General
C
The last Mauryan ruler was killed in a battle with the foreign invader from the north-west
D
The last mauryan ruler had no heir and the throne was claimed by one of his powerful ministers

Correct Answer

The last Mauryan ruler was killed by his General

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