Vaishali was the capital of which of the following Mahajanapadas?

A : Vajji
B : Kosala
C : Kashi
D : Magadha
General Knowledge
Ancient History
Vedic Age
Topic 4
Mahajanapadas & Rise of Magadh
Answer
Option 1 : Vajji
Explanation

The correct answer is Vajji.

Important Points

  • Vaishali was the capital of Vajji Mahajanapada.
  • The kingdom was situated in Bihar to the north of the river Ganga.
  • It covered the districts of Vaishali and Muzaffarpur in Bihar.

Additional Information

Mahajanapada Capital
Vajji Vaishali
Kosala Sravasti
Kashi Varanasi
Magadha Patliputra (previously it was -Rajgir)