Who, with the help of Kautilya, overthrew Dhanananda, the last Nanda ruler, in 322 BC?

Chandragupta Maurya

The correct answer is Option 2- Chandragupta Maurya

The answer is Chandragupta Maurya.

Ashoka, Akbar, and Kalashoka were all rulers of the Maurya Empire, but they did not overthrow Dhanananda. It was Chandragupta Maurya, with the help of Kautilya, who overthrew Dhanananda and founded the Maurya Empire in 322 BC.

Here is a brief overview of each ruler:

• Ashoka was the third ruler of the Maurya Empire, from 273 to 232 BC. He is considered to be one of the greatest rulers in Indian history, and is known for his conversion to Buddhism and his promotion of peace and non-violence.
• Akbar was the third Mughal emperor, from 1556 to 1605. He was a great conqueror and diplomat, and is known for his religious tolerance and his contributions to Indian culture.
• Kalashoka was the second ruler of the Maurya Empire, from 394 to 362 BC. He was the son of Shishunaga, the founder of the Maurya Empire.