Question

Explain the capital city Patliputra?

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:The city of Pataliputra was formed by fortification of a village by Haryanka ruler Ajatashatru, son of Bimbisara. Its central location in north eastern India led rulers of successive dynasties to base their administrative capital here, from the Nandas, Mauryans, Shungas and the Guptas down to the Palas.

Associated with: Haryankas, Nandas, Mauryans, ...

Location: Patna district, Bihar, India

Founded: 490 BC

Answer 2

Explanation:

The Pataliputra capital is a monumental rectangular capital with volutes and Classical Greek designs, that was discovered in the palace ruins of the ancient Mauryan Empire capital city of Pataliputra (modern Patna, northeastern India). It is dated to the 3rd century BCE.