SSC MTS 2023 PYQ — Question 79

SSC MTS - 11 May 2023 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q79

Rajagriha was the first capital of which mahajanapada?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Magadha.

  • Rajagriha served as the inaugural capital of the Magadha Mahajanapada, an ancient Indian kingdom.
  • Situated in present-day Bihar, it was strategically located and boasted fortified defenses, making it an important political and cultural center during ancient times.
  • Rajagriha's prominence waned over time as the capital shifted to other cities like Pataliputra, but it remains significant in Indian history and Buddhist tradition.