SSC Stenographer 2022 PYQ — Question 131

SSC Stenographer - 17 Nov 2022 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q131

Ajatasatru sent his minister named Vassakara to the Buddha to get his advice on the matter related with attack on the _______.
 

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Vajjis

  • Ajatashatru wanted to attack the Vajjis, so he sent his minister Vassakara to the Buddha to seek his advice in this regard.
  • Ajatashatru (circa 493 BC) was a glorious emperor of Magadha and the son of Bimbisara.
  • He established a vast empire by including Anga, Licchavi, Vajji, Kosala and Kashi districts in his kingdom.