Dhana Nanda and the Maurya Empire

The Nanda Empire, established by Mahapadma Nanda, was a vast and powerful empire in ancient India. Dhana Nanda, the last king, was known for his immense wealth and military might but was unpopular due to heavy taxation and autocratic rule. His policies led to public discontent and resentment among the Brahmans and Kshatriyas. Chanakya, a professor from Taxila, sought Dhana Nanda's support to protect India but was insulted and vowed revenge. He trained Chandragupta Maurya, who eventually overthrew the Nanda Empire, marking the rise of the Mauryan Empire in 321 BC.

From which region did the Nanda Empire originate?

• Magadha

• Bengal

• Punjab

• Vindhya Ranges

Who was known as the destroyer of all Kshatriyas?

• Mahapadma Nanda

• Chandragupta Maurya

• Dhana Nanda

• Chanakya

Why was Dhana Nanda called by that name?

• Because of his wisdom

• Because of his kindness

• Because of his military skills

• Because of his love for hoarding wealth

What was one of the reasons for Dhana Nanda's unpopularity among the people?

• His support for the Brahmans

• His generosity

• His fair taxation policies

• His habit of hoarding wealth and extorting money from the public

What did Dhana Nanda levy taxes on?

• Skin, stones, and day-to-day articles

• Land and property

• Gold and silver

• Food and clothing

Who approached Dhana Nanda for support against enemy attacks?

• Alexander the Great

• Mahapadma Nanda

• Chandragupta Maurya

• Chanakya

What was Chanakya's reaction to Dhana Nanda's rejection and insult?

• He left the country

• He swore revenge

• He joined Dhana Nanda's army

• He accepted it calmly

Where did Chanakya meet Chandragupta Maurya?

• In the Magadha palace

• In the Vindhya Mountains

• In the Ganges riverbed

• In Taxila University

What was the result of the encounter between the Nandas and the Mauryas?

• The Maurya Empire fell

• The Nanda Empire fell

• The Nanda Empire remained unchanged

• The Nanda Empire expanded

In which year was Chandragupta Maurya crowned the King of Magadha?

• 321 BC

• 322 BC

• 320 BC

• 323 BC