{"id":79967,"date":"2024-04-21T17:50:55","date_gmt":"2024-04-21T17:50:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/?p=79967"},"modified":"2024-04-21T17:50:55","modified_gmt":"2024-04-21T17:50:55","slug":"which-ruler-was-the-first-to-establish-his-capital-at-patliputra","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/which-ruler-was-the-first-to-establish-his-capital-at-patliputra\/","title":{"rendered":"Which ruler was the first to establish his capital at Patliputra?"},"content":{"rendered":"

[amp_mcq option1=”Ajatashatru” option2=”Kalasoka” option3=”Udayin” option4=”Kanishka” correct=”option1″]<\/p>\n

The correct answer is Ajatashatru.<\/p>\n

Ajatashatru was the first ruler of the Magadha Empire to establish his capital at Patliputra. He was the son of Bimbisara, the founder of the Magadha Empire. Ajatashatru ascended to the throne after his father’s death in 493 BCE. He ruled for 36 years until his death in 459 BCE.<\/p>\n

Ajatashatru was a powerful and ambitious ruler. He expanded the Magadha Empire by conquering many neighboring kingdoms. He also built a strong army and navy. Ajatashatru is best known for his rivalry with the Buddha. The Buddha was a religious leader who founded Buddhism. Ajatashatru was initially hostile to the Buddha, but he later became a follower of his teachings.<\/p>\n

Patliputra was an important city in the ancient world. It was the capital of the Magadha Empire and later the Mauryan Empire. Patliputra was located on the banks of the Ganges River. It was a major center of trade and commerce. Patliputra was also a center of learning and culture.<\/p>\n

The other options are incorrect.<\/p>\n