Are the Gupta dynasty and the Mauryan dynasty the same?

mauryan empire The Maurya Empire (322–185 BCE), ruled by the Mauryan dynasty, was one of the largest and most powerful political and military empire of ancient India. read more

No, they are not. * Maurya Empire (a.k.a. Mauryan Dynasty) was founded by Chandragupta Maurya (don’t get fooled by the “gupta” in the name) in 322 BC and lasted for over a century until its dissolution in 185 BC. read more

Difference in time: Mauryan empire existed during 325 – 1285 BCE whereas Gupta dynasty existed between 320 and 550 CE. Difference in extent: Mauryan Empire was very vast and the dynasty ruled almost all of India, including what is now Pakistan and Afghanistan. read more