Multiple choice

The capital of the Haryanka king Bimbisar was

  1. Vaishanas

  2. Rajgir or girivraya

  3. Ujjain

  4. Champa

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Bimbisara (c. 543-492 BCE), the founder of the Haryanka dynasty, established his capital at Rajgir, then known as Girivraja (meaning 'mountain fortress'). This city in modern-day Bihar was strategically located surrounded by hills. Vaishali, Ujjain, and Champa were important ancient cities but not Bimbisara's capital.