Magadha Mahajanapada was surrounded by the rivers _______.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Ganga and Son.
- Magadha was one of the sixteen Mahajanapadas (great kingdoms) of ancient India.
- It was located in the region that is now part of modern-day Bihar.
- The rivers acted as natural barriers against invasions, providing a protective boundary for the kingdom.
- This allowed Magadha to maintain its security and focus on internal development.
- The alluvial plains of the Ganga and Son rivers were extremely fertile, supporting agriculture and enabling the production of surplus crops.