Which of the following was not a ruling dynasty of ancient Assam ?

The correct answer is option 1. Key Points Varman dynasty: Ruled Kamarupa in ancient Assam (4th–7th century CE). Pala dynasty: Also ruled Kamarupa later (8th–12th century CE), distinct from Bengal Palas. Koch dynasty: Ruled Western Assam and surrounding regions during the medieval period (16th–17th century CE). Maurya dynasty: Though present in India, they did not directly rule Assam; their influence in the region was limited.