Mahajanapadas

History ⇒ Ancient Indian History

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Describe the main reason for the decline of the Mahajanapadas.

Describe the main sources of information about the Mahajanapadas.

Describe the role of assemblies in the republican Mahajanapadas.

Explain the difference between a monarchy and a republic among the Mahajanapadas.

Explain the importance of rivers for the Mahajanapadas.

Explain why the location of Magadha was important for its rise to power.

Name any four Mahajanapadas.

Read the following passage and answer the question: 'The Vajji confederacy was known for its unique form of government, where decisions were made collectively by a council of representatives from different clans.' What type of government did Vajji have, and how did it differ from the government of Magadha?

How many Mahajanapadas are mentioned in ancient Indian texts? (1) 8 (2) 16 (3) 32 (4) 24

What was the main occupation of the people in the Mahajanapadas? (1) Agriculture (2) Fishing (3) Mining (4) Shipbuilding

Which Mahajanapada was famous for its trade and commerce? (1) Anga (2) Kashi (3) Avanti (4) Vajji

Which Mahajanapada was known for its association with Lord Buddha's life? (1) Kashi (2) Kosala (3) Magadha (4) Both 2 and 3

Fill in the blank: The Mahajanapadas flourished around _______ BCE.

Fill in the blank: The Mahajanapadas were mentioned in the _______ and _______ religious texts.

Fill in the blank: The Mahajanapadas were mostly located in the _______ and _______ parts of India.

Fill in the blank: The Mahajanapadas were succeeded by the rise of the _______ Empire.

True or False: All Mahajanapadas were ruled by kings.

True or False: The Mahajanapadas existed during the Vedic period.

True or False: The Mahajanapadas had standing armies.

True or False: The Mahajanapadas were ruled only by hereditary kings.