Multiple choice The first king to establish a standing army during the Pre-Mauryan period was ? Pradyot Prasenajita Bimbisara Ajatasatru Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself C Correct answer Explanation Bimbisara, the founder of the Haryanka dynasty, is historically credited with establishing a standing army in Magadha. This marked a shift from tribal militias to a professionalized military force.