In which of the following centuries, Kalinga rose to power after decline of Mauryan empire?
Correct answer
1st century B.C.
Explanation
Brihadratha Maurya was the last ruler of Mauryan Empire. After the decline of Mauryas, Kalinga again rose to power in around 1st century BC in the area of modern Odisha. They came to be known as Chedi dynasty.
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