Magadha and _________ are examples of monarchical mahajanapadas.

a. Shakyas
b. Lichchhavis
c. Vatsa
d. Vajji

 

Answer: 

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The correct option is (d): Vaji 

Explanation:  

  • While Magadha became a powerful kingdom, Vajj i, was under a different form of government, known as gana or sangha.  

  • In a gana or a sangha, there were not one, but many rulers and each one was known as a raja . These rajas performed rituals together

  • The Vajjis were a confederacy of many clans of whom the Lichchhavis were the most powerful.  

  • Their capital was Vaishali.

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