Rise and Expansion of Magadha
History ⇒ Ancient Indian History
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Describe the administrative system of Magadha under the Nanda dynasty.
Describe the role of Bimbisara in the expansion of Magadha.
Describe the role of rivers in the economic prosperity of Magadha.
Explain how marriage alliances helped Magadha expand its influence.
Explain how the use of iron tools and weapons helped Magadha expand its territory.
Explain the importance of Pataliputra in the history of Magadha.
Explain the significance of the Magadhan expansion for the history of India.
Explain why the location of Magadha was advantageous for trade and expansion.
Which dynasty came after the Haryanka dynasty in Magadha? (1) Nanda (2) Maurya (3) Sisunaga (4) Gupta
Which king is credited with building a fort at Pataliputra? (1) Bimbisara (2) Ajatashatru (3) Mahapadma Nanda (4) Chandragupta Maurya
Which Magadhan king is known for conquering Anga? (1) Bimbisara (2) Ajatashatru (3) Mahapadma Nanda (4) Dhanananda
Which of the following kingdoms was NOT a rival of Magadha? (1) Kosala (2) Avanti (3) Vatsa (4) Chola
Fill in the blank: The capital of Magadha during the reign of Bimbisara was __________.
Fill in the blank: The famous Buddhist council after the death of Buddha was held at __________ in Magadha.
Fill in the blank: The famous Greek historian who wrote about Magadha was __________.
Fill in the blank: The Magadhan king who fought a long war with the Licchavis was __________.
True or False: Ajatashatru shifted the capital of Magadha from Rajagriha to Pataliputra.
True or False: Magadha was located in present-day Bihar.
True or False: Magadha was the first kingdom to use a large standing army in ancient India.
True or False: The Mauryan Empire began in Magadha.
