Match the Mahajanapada with its capital:
List-I (Mahajanapada) List-II (Capital)
A. Vatsa 1. Kaushambi
B. Magadha 2. Rajagriha
C. Kuru 3. Indraprastha
D. Avanti 4. Ujjayini
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Answer:
Option 1 — 1-a, 2-b, 3-d, 4-c
Explanation:
The correct matching of Mahajanapadas with their capitals is based on ancient Indian historical records:
Vatsa had its capital at Kaushambi
Magadha had its capital at Rajagriha (later Pataliputra)
Kuru is associated with Indraprastha
Avanti had its capital at Ujjayini
Additional Key Points:
Mahajanapadas were 16 major kingdoms/republics in ancient India (6th–4th century BCE).
Magadha became the most powerful Mahajanapada and later formed the base of large empires like the Mauryas.
Ujjayini (Avanti) was an important trade and cultural center.
Kaushambi (Vatsa) was also an important commercial hub near the Yamuna River.
Indraprastha (Kuru) is mentioned in the Mahabharata epic.
Potential Questions & Answers:
Q. What was the capital of Magadha initially?
A. Rajagriha.
Q. Which Mahajanapada is associated with Indraprastha?
A. Kuru.