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Chandragupta I: Quick Facts

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Facts

Also Known As Chandra Gupta I • Candra Gupta I
Title / Office king (320-330), Magadha
Founder Gupta dynasty
House / Dynasty Gupta dynasty
Notable Family Members son Samudragupta

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