Chandragupta Maurya overthrew the power of the ______ at Magadha with the aid of Kautilya and founded a glorious Mauryan empire in 322 BC.

Nandas

The correct answer is Option 4- Nandas

Chandragupta Maurya overthrew the power of the Nandas at Magadha with the aid of Kautilya and founded a glorious Mauryan empire in 322 BC.

The Nanda Empire was founded by Mahapadma Nanda in the 4th century BC. It was the first empire to unify most of India. The Nandas were known for their wealth and power. However, the Nanda Empire was overthrown by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BC.

Chandragupta Maurya was a brilliant military strategist and a capable ruler. He founded the Mauryan Empire, which became the largest empire in India. The Mauryan Empire was known for its peace and prosperity.

Kautilya was a scholar and a statesman. He is considered to be the father of Indian statecraft. Kautilya was the chief advisor to Chandragupta Maurya. He helped Chandragupta to overthrow the Nanda Empire and to establish the Mauryan Empire.