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Which of the following was the main reason for the downfall of the Maurya Empire?

A. Invasions by the Greeks
B. Weak successors of Ashoka
C. Economic decline
D. The rise of the Kushans

Explanation:

The decline of the Maurya Empire is largely attributed to weak successors of Ashoka. Option "Invasions by the Greeks" happened earlier and did not cause the downfall of the Mauryas. Option "Economic decline" played a role but was not the main reason. Option "The rise of the Kushans" occurred after the Mauryan decline.

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