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Q22 (CISF/2021) History & Culture › Ancient India

Which among the following was/were the capital(s) of the Magadha Janapada?
1. Rajgirha
2. Patliputra
3. Champa
4. Vaishali
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Your answer: —  ·  Correct: B

Explanation

Magadha was the most powerful Mahajanapada in ancient India. Its first capital was Rajgirha (modern-day Rajgir), also known as Girivraja. It was a fortified settlement naturally protected by five hills. During the reign of King Udayin (Haryanka dynasty), the capital was shifted to Pataliputra (modern-day Patna) due to its strategic location at the confluence of the Ganga, Son, and Gandak rivers.

  • Champa was the capital of the Anga Mahajanapada, which was later annexed by Magadha.
  • Vaishali was the capital of the Vrijji (Vajji) confederacy. Although Shishunaga briefly moved the Magadhan capital to Vaishali, Rajgirha and Pataliputra are recognized as the primary historical capitals of the Magadha Janapada.

Since 1 and 2 are the definitive capitals, option B is correct.

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