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Download Solution PDFMagadha Mahajanapada was surrounded by the rivers ________.
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Ganga and Son.Key Points
- Magadha Mahajanapada was an ancient kingdom located in the eastern part of India during the 6th century BCE.
- The kingdom was surrounded by several rivers, but the correct answer is Ganga and Son.
- The Ganga river flows from the Himalayas in the north to the Bay of Bengal in the east and passes through the middle of Magadha Mahajanapada.
- The Son river, on the other hand, is a tributary of the Ganga and flows through the southern part of the kingdom.
Additional Information
- The Jhelum river is located in the northwestern region, and flows through present-day Pakistan.
- The Yamuna river is another major tributary of the Ganga, but it does not flow through Magadha Mahajanapada.
- The Ghaghara river is also a tributary of the Ganga, but it is located in the northern part of India.
- The Magadha Mahajanapada was one of the most powerful and prosperous kingdoms during the ancient period and was ruled by several prominent dynasties such as the Haryanka and the Maurya.
- The kingdom was known for its rich culture, art, literature, and trade, and played a significant role in shaping the political and social landscape of ancient India.
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