The most important source for the study of Mauryan history is

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The most important source for the study of Mauryan history is

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A . Devichandraguptam

B . Mudrarakshasa

C . Natural Historica

D . Arthashastra

Answer: Option D
Answer: (d) Kautilya’s Arthasastra is a very important source for the knowledge of Mauryan dynasty. Chanakya or Kautilya, the minister of Chandra Gupta throws a flood of light upon the contemporary social, political and economic conditions of the country at that time. It also gave a wealth of information regarding duties of the king, his foreign policy and organization of spies.

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