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History GK · Q218

Jainism And Buddhism

Competitive Exams · History GK · question 218

Q218

Which of the following ruler was a contemporary of Buddha?

A.
Udayin
B.
Bimbisara
Answer
C.
Ajatshatru
D.
Mahapadma Nanda

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Ajatashatru was a king of the Haryanka dynasty of Magadha in East India. He was the son of King Bimbisara and was a contemporary of both Mahavira and Gautama Buddha. Bimbisara the founder of Haryanka dynasty of Magadha empire was the contemporary of lord Buddha.