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Consider the following with reference to the disintegration and decline of the Mauryan Empire :
1. Brahmanical revolt
2. King Ashoka's pacifist policies
3. Invasion from outside
4. Weakness of Ashoka's successors
Which f the above reasons led to the disintegration and decline of the Mauryan Empire?


A) 1, 2 and 4

B) 2 and 4

C) 1 and 3

D) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Correct Answer:
D) 1, 2, 3 and 4


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