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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 22

SSC GD Constable (English) - 16 Jan 2023 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q22

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______ was the capital of Magadha for several year before is was shifted to Pataliputra.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Rajagriha.

  • Rajagriha was the capital of Magadha for several years before it was shifted to Pataliputra. It was the first capital of the kingdom of Magadha. 
  • Rajagriha was originally known as 'Girivrijja' and later came to be known as Rajagriha during the reign of Ajatashatru.