चन्द्रगुप्त

Sanskrit

proper noun
Definitions
  • the first Mauryan emperor reigning 321—297 BCE at . Aided by चाणक्य (Kautilya) in overthrowing the dynasty.

Etymology

Compound from Sanskrit चन्द्र (moon, shining, glittering, shinning, the shining one, having the brilliancy hue of light, red pearl) + Sanskrit गुप्त.

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Sanskrit

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