Ajatashatru fortified Pataliputra, which was later established as the capital of the Magadhan Empire by his son Udayin. Among the given options, Ajatashatru is the ruler most directly associated with initiating Pataliputra's rise.
Which one among the following rulers established Pataliputra as the capital of the Magadhan Empire ?
Asked in UPSC NDA 1 2023 · Topic: Sixth century B.C.E - Political Condition (Rise of Magadha: Early rulers (Bimbisara, Ajatashatru) and expansionist policies)
More Ancient History of India questions
- Who was the founder of the Nanda Dynasty in Magadha ?
- Which Magadha ruler was known as 'Seniya'?
- Which state among the 'Sixteen Mahajanapadas' was successful ultimately in founding an empire?
- The first Buddhist Council was held during the reign of
- The capital of the Magadhan Empire under Bimbisara was
- Bimbisara was from the
- Which dynasty ruled over Magadha before the Mauryan dynasty?
- Who was the founder of Haryanka dynasty in India?