History Mauryan Empire

Q. Who usurped power from the Mauryas after killing the last Mauryan ruler Brihadratha?

A
Agnimitra
B
Pushyamitra Sunga
C
Vasumitra
D
Jyesthamitra

Correct Answer

Pushyamitra Sunga

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