B.P.S.C. TRE-3 July, 2024

What was the Prakrit name of Rajgir, the capital of Magadha? <!-- layout: wcgx, wlai -->

aGrahraj
bRajagriha✓ Correct
cPataliputra
dMore than one of the above
eNone of the above

Explanation

The Prakrit name of Rajgir, the capital of Magadha, was Rajgriha. In ancient times, there were continuous conflicts among the Mahajanapadas, and ultimately Magadha emerged as the largest empire. The first ruling dynasty of Magadha was the Haryanka dynasty. This dynasty was founded by Bimbisara. <!-- layout: libb, ycpw, xoiq, ejvu, pkpb, jgij, kapy, njwq, xknw, uluo, ksmv, nsau, ozrs, hqst, bqda, zkjx, ydid, czsh, wzzn -->

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