The last ruler of the Shunga dynasty was:

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Devabhuti

Explanation:

• Devabhuti was the last ruler of the Shunga dynasty. His reign marked the decline of the Shunga dynasty, and he was assassinated by his own minister, Pushpamitra Shunga, who founded the Gupta dynasty.

• The Shunga dynasty ruled from 185 BCE to around 73 BCE, and their downfall led to a power vacuum in India, eventually giving rise to the Kanva dynasty.

Information Booster:

• The Shunga dynasty is known for its patronage of the Brahmanical religion and support for art and architecture, including the famous Sanchi Stupa.

• Agnimitra, the second ruler, is mentioned in the Ritusamhara by Kalidasa and is known for his military campaigns.

• Vasumitra was another Shunga ruler but not the last.

• Bhagabhadra was an earlier ruler, mentioned in some inscriptions, but his reign came before Devabhuti's.