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Chandragupta Maurya was the founder of the Mauryan Empire in 322 BC. The name Chandragupta is derived from the Sanskrit word “chandragupta” meaning “moon-faced”. The first recorded use of the name is in the Arthashastra, an ancient Indian political and military treatise. The name is also found in the Mahabharata and the Puranas. The Mauryan Empire was a major power in South Asia during the time of its existence. The empire was founded by Chandragupta Maurya, who was a general of the Kalinga War. The Mauryan Empire was a major power in South Asia during the time of its existence. The empire was founded by Chandragupta Maurya, who was a general of the Kalinga War.
