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History GK · Q38

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Competitive Exams · History GK · question 38

Q38

Who was the founder of Pataliputra?

A.
Bimbisara
B.
Ajatashatru
Answer
C.
Udayin
D.
Kanishka

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
The ancient city of Pataliputra was founded in the 5th century BCE by Ajatashatru, king of Magadha (South Bihar). His son Udaya (Udayin) made it the capital of Magadha, which it remained until the 1st century BCE.