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Which state among the ‘Sixteen Mahajanapadas’ was successful ultimately in founding an empire?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Koshala
  2. Kashi
  3. Magadha
  4. Panchala

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Magadha

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: C) Magadha 📚 Explanation: Magadha was the most successful and powerful of the Sixteen Mahajanapadas in ancient India. Its location and resources helped it conquer other kingdoms to form a large empire. Under famous rulers like Chandragupta Maurya and Ashoka, it became the center of Indian power. It laid the foundation for the first true pan-Indian imperial states.