Who among the following was the founder of the Shunga Dynasty (185 BC - 73 BC)? |
Bhagabhadra Agnimitra Vasumitra Pushyamitra |
Pushyamitra |
The correct answer is Option 4- Pushyamitra Pushyamitra was the founder of the Shunga Dynasty. He was the commander-in-chief of the Mauryan army and assassinated the last Mauryan emperor, Brihadratha, in 185 BC. He then proclaimed himself king and established the Shunga dynasty. The other options are incorrect because: Bhagabhadra was the son of Pushyamitra and the second ruler of the Shunga dynasty. |