Multiple choice general knowledge

______ is an important archaeological site in the Punjab province of Pakistan. The city has its name from the son of Bharata (the brother of Rama).

  1. Nalanda

  2. Taxila

  3. Pataliputra

  4. Kapisa
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Explanation

Taxila (also known as Takshashila) was an ancient city in the Gandhara region, located in modern-day Punjab province of Pakistan. According to legend, it was founded by Takshaka, the son of Bharata, who was the brother of Rama in the Hindu epic Ramayana. Nalanda and Pataliputra were major ancient Indian cities but were located in Bihar (eastern India), while Kapisa was in ancient Afghanistan.

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