Question

GIVE REASON OF THE FOLLOWING: The captial city of a mahajanapadas was usally fortified​

Answer 1

Ans: Capital cities of 'mahajanapadas' were mostly fortified by building huge walls of wood, brick or stone around them. There were various reasons for building forts. They were probably built because people were afraid of attacks from other kings and needed protection.

Answer 2

Answer:

the capital was fortified because -

• to show their wealth and power

• to keep the people in control

• to keep protection