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History GK · Q50

Mauryan Empire

Competitive Exams · History GK · question 50

Q50

Chandragupta Maurya was__________

A.
A benevolent despot
Answer
B.
Autocrat
C.
Democrat
D.
A pious ruler

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
The Maurya king was an absolute ruler. He was at the apex of administration. His ideal of kingship was benevolent despotism. The main principle of administration was welfare of the people.