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SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 48

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level - 01 Aug 2022 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q48

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__________ in Bihar was the capital of Magadha for several years. Later the capital was shifted to Pataliputra (present-day Patna).

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Rajagriha.

Rajagriha (now known as Rajgir in Bihar) was the first capital of the Magadha empire, one of the most powerful kingdoms in ancient India. It remained the capital for several years before being shifted to Pataliputra (present-day Patna) during the reign of Ajatashatru, who was a ruler of the Haryanka dynasty. Rajagriha was a center of political and religious activity, associated with Buddha and Mahavira, and was known for its natural fortifications surrounded by hills. The shift to Pataliputra marked a transition to a more centrally located and strategically advantageous capital.

Other Options:

  • Kalinga – A region in modern Odisha.

  • Lumbini – Birthplace of Gautama Buddha, located in Nepal.

  • Mathura – An ancient city in Uttar Pradesh, important in Krishna worship.