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Chandra Gupta Maurya was the founder of the Maurya Dynasty. Which of the following statements regarding his rule in the History of India is INCORRECT?

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RRB NTPC 2019 CBT 1 Question Paper (8-Mar-2021) (Shift 2)
The correct answer is
Bairam Khan was his best ally, mentor, and guide.

Maurya Rule INCORRECT Statement Analysis

The question asks to identify the incorrect statement regarding Chandra Gupta Maurya's rule.

Statement Evaluation:

  • Statement 1: Chandra Gupta Maurya is credited with establishing the first nearly pan-Indian Empire (the Maurya Empire). This is historically accurate.
  • Statement 2: Bairam Khan was a key mentor and military leader associated with the Mughal Emperor Akbar, who ruled centuries after Chandra Gupta Maurya. Therefore, Bairam Khan could not have been Chandra Gupta Maurya's ally, mentor, or guide. This statement is factually incorrect.
  • Statement 3: Archaeological evidence, including findings at Pataliputra, confirms the existence of well-developed towns and cities during the Maurya Empire. This statement is historically accurate.
  • Statement 4: Some historical accounts suggest Chandra Gupta Maurya interacted with Alexander's generals or forces during his rise to power. While debated, it is a referenced historical narrative. This statement is considered plausible within historical discussions.

Conclusion:

Based on the evaluation, the statement that is INCORRECT concerning Chandra Gupta Maurya's rule is that Bairam Khan was his best ally, mentor, and guide.

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