Previous year MCQs

Ancient Indian History UPPSC 2007 GS-I
Question

Which one of the following early ruler of Magadha killed his father for accession and for the same reason was killed by his son?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: Ajatshatru

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Ajatshatru”.
The early ruler of Magadha who killed his father for accession and was later killed by his own son is: (2) Ajatshatru.

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