History of India, 184 BC, The assassination of Emperor Brihadrata ended the Mauryan Empire and the establishment of the Sunga dynasty

The Mauryan Empire was founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BC and lasted until 184 BC.

Emperor Brihadrata was the last ruler of the Mauryan Empire and was assassinated in 184 BC.

After his death, his son and successor, Sumgaga, was forced to flee to Vidisa.

This led to the establishment of the Sunga dynasty, which was founded by Pushyamitra Sunga.

Pushyamitra Sunga is believed to have usurped power from the Mauryan dynasty and established the Sunga dynasty.

Pushyamitra Sunga’s reign lasted from 185 BC to 151 BC.

During this period, the Sunga dynasty was able to expand its territories and expand its influence in the Indian subcontinent.

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