Which place in Bihar was the seat of the Licchavis of the Vajji confederacy, remembered as one of the earliest republics?
- A.Vaishali
- B.Rajgir
- C.Sasaram
- D.Bhagalpur
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Explanation
The correct answer is A, Vaishali. It was the capital of the Licchavi clan, the leading member of the Vajji confederacy, and its assembly of clan heads is the reason it is described as one of the earliest republics in the world. Mahavira was born at Kundagrama near Vaishali, and the second Buddhist Council was held there. An Ashokan pillar with a lion capital still stands at the site.
Option B, Rajgir, was the capital of Magadha under Bimbisara and Ajatashatru and the venue of the first Buddhist Council, but it was a monarchy. Option C, Sasaram, in Rohtas district, is known for the tomb of Sher Shah Suri. Option D, Bhagalpur, is the old Anga country, the site of Vikramshila and the Gangetic dolphin sanctuary. Only Vaishali carries the republican tradition.
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Practice Questions
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- A.22 March
- B.15 November
- C.1 November
- D.26 January
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- A.1956
- B.1972
- C.2000
- D.2014
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- A.Sone
- B.Kosi
- C.Falgu
- D.Punpun
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Read the full explanation →Which is the only national park of Bihar?
- A.Valmiki National Park
- B.Betla National Park
- C.Dudhwa National Park
- D.Kanha National Park
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Read the full explanation →Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment at which place in present day Bihar?
- A.Sarnath
- B.Bodh Gaya
- C.Kushinagar
- D.Lumbini
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