Q. The “Mahashilakantaka and Rathamusala” of Ajatashatru period was known for?
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[A] Shiva temples

[B] Buddhist caves

[C] War machines

[D] Forts

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation: Ajatashatru used two innovative military weapons:

  • War engine, which was used to those stones like catapults (Mahashilakantaka).
  • Chariot with mace for mass-killing (Rathamusala).

Source: Poonam Dahiya

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