Q. Arrange the following Magadha dynasties in the chronological order:
1. Nandas
2. Sungas
3. Mauryas
4. Haryanks
Codes:
1. Nandas
2. Sungas
3. Mauryas
4. Haryanks
Codes:
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Correct Answer: (D)
4, 1, 3, 2
Explanation: In chronological order, Magadha dynasties are Haryanks, Nandas, Mauryas and Sungas. Haryanka dynasty founded the Magadha empire in 600 BC, whose capital was Rajagriha, later Pataliputra, near the present day Patna. This dynasty lasted until 424 BC, when it was overthrown by the Shishunaga dynasty.
Explanation by: Virat Bhati
In chronological order, Magadha dynasties are Haryanks, Nandas, Mauryas and Sungas. Haryanka dynasty founded the Magadha empire in 600 BC, whose capital was Rajagriha, later Pataliputra, near the present day Patna. This dynasty lasted until 424 BC, when it was overthrown by the Shishunaga dynasty.