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BPSC – Combined Competitive Examination · Question 106

Which great ruler founded the Haryanka dynasty in ancient Bihar?

  1. Bimbisara
  2. Brihadratha
  3. Ajatashatru
  4. More than one of the above
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Answer: (A) Bimbisara

Explanation

Bimbisara (c. 544 BCE) founded the Haryanka dynasty of Magadha with Rajagriha as capital.

  • (A) Correct

    Correct: Bimbisara is regarded as the founder of the Haryanka dynasty.

  • (B) Incorrect

    Wrong: he founded the earlier Brihadratha dynasty.

  • (C) Incorrect

    Wrong: Bimbisara's son and successor.

  • (D) Incorrect

    Wrong: only Bimbisara is correct.