Q. Which of the following is/are king/s of Haryanka dynasty?
1.Bimbisara
2.Ajatashatru
3.Kalasoka
Choose the correct answer from below given codes:

[A] 1 only

[B] 1 and 2 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation: Magadha’s rise to political supremacy began with Bimbisara, who belonged to the Haryanka dynasty, and ruled for 52 years, from 544 to 492 BCE.

  • Ajatashatru (492 BCE – 460 BCE): Son of Bimbisara, being impatient to rule Magadha, is believed to have killed his father and seized the throne.
  • Most powerful and aggressive ruler of Haryanka dynasty and followed his father’s expansionist policy through military conquest.

Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT

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