Question

7. Mention three policies that were taken by Magadha rulers to consolidate their power.​

Answer 1

The three policies that were taken by Magadha rulers to consolidate their power are:

1. Elephants

2. Agriculture

3. An efficient military and civil administration.

Answer 2

Answer:

• ELEPHANTS.
• AGRICULTURE.
• AN EFFICIENT MILITARY AND CIVIL ADMINISTRATION

Were the three policies that were taken by Magadha rulers to consolidate their power.​

Explanation:

• Elephants

Ancient Indian armies used elephants regardless of region, dynasty, or point in history; elephants' importance was never denied even into the medieval period.

It was a two-edged sword that could fulfil a diverse range of military functions, but its greatest purpose was to cause psychological harm.

• Agriculture

As a transportation hub and a trading centre, Magadha also benefited from a fertile region for agriculture. During the war, elephants trained in Magadha to fight for the army were placed in parts of the forest. In addition to wood, there was also a tremendous amount of iron mining in the region, which provided the metal for strong weapons and tools.

• An Efficient Military and Civil Administration

As with any kingdom's army in ancient India, the Magadhan armies followed these militant rulers pretty closely.  

A king or prince personally led a four-fold army (chariots, infantry, cavalry, or elephants) under the prevailing system.