GPSC Class 1-2 2024 · Question 2 of 100

Consider the following statements. 1. Magadha was one of the sixteen Mahajanapadas that emerged as the most powerful state and the centre of a vast empire. 2. Ajatasatru was the first king of Magadha Empire. 3. Pataliputra was the first capital of Magadha. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

History - Ancient India

A1 onlyCorrect
B1, 2
C1, 3
D2, 3

Answer: A. 1 only

Explanation

Only statement 1 is correct. Bimbisara (not Ajatashatru) was the first important king of Magadha, and Rajagriha (not Pataliputra) was its first capital.

Source: GPSC Gujarat Administrative Service Class-1, Gujarat Civil Services Class-1 & 2 Prelims (Advt 47/2023-24), held 07-01-2024, Paper-I (General Studies) - English version; answers verified against subject knowledge with the official master paper

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