magadha

DMPQ- Why did Magadha emerged as the most formidable mahajanapada?

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Between the 6th and 4th century BCE, Magadha became the most important mahajanapada. The possible reasons could be: It was a region which was highly productive and hence surplus production was suitable for maintaining huge army. Magadha had huge resource of Iron. This metal was used both for weapons and tools. Latter increased the productivity … Read more DMPQ- Why did Magadha emerged as the most formidable mahajanapada?

5.the Rise Of Magadha Kingdom

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   In the sixth country B.C. North India was divided into sixteen kingdoms out of which Avanti, Vatsa, Kosala and Magadha rose into prominence by aggrandizing upon other weaker states.These four states involved themselves in internecine quarrel in which Magadha emerged as the most powerful state and acquired mastery in the political domain … Read more 5.the Rise Of Magadha Kingdom