Q. Which of the following ancient Magadha dynasties ruled prior to the Mauryan Empire?

1. Haryanka
2. Shishunaga
3. Nanda

Select the correct option from codes given below:
Answer: 1, 2 & 3
Notes: The Haryanka dynasty was the earliest notable ruling house of Magadha, succeeded by the Shishunaga dynasty, followed by the Nanda dynasty. All three of these dynasties held power before Chandragupta Maurya established the Mauryan Empire around 322 BCE. Therefore, the correct answer includes Haryanka, Shishunaga, and Nanda—options 1, 2, and 3.