Question

4. What was the socio-economic condition of the people under the Magadha rulers?​

Answer 1

Magadh was the name assigned to the region on contemporary Patna. The rise of Magadh because of proximity to the rich tribal belt of Chotanagpur plateau. Secondly, the Gangetic valley provides rich land for surplus food production. This surplus production further created a social difference. The stability of the empire created good economic conditions but the social system was rigid.

Answer 2

Answer:

The Hindu Mahabharata calls Brihadrathathe first ruler of Magadha. King Bimbisaraof the Haryanka dynasty led an active and expansive policy, conquering the Kingdom of Anga in what is now West Bengal. King Bimbisara was killed by his son, Prince Ajatashatru