Mention the factors factors that enabled Magadha a powerful kingdom
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The following factors enabled Magadha to become a powerful kingdom:
1. The rulers were very capable and ambitious. They made efforts to extend and strengthen Magadha.
2. The geographical position of Magadha was advantageous. The iron mines were located near Rajgir and Pataliputra. Iron was useful for making tools and weapons.
3. Pataliputra was Magadha's capital. It was protected by a natural barrier.
4. Magadha was located in the Gangetic Plain. The area was fertile. So there was surplus produce which helped the rulers to fill the royal treasury.
5. Elephants were
found in the forest region and formed an important component of the army.
6. The river Ganga and its tributaries served as a means of cheap and convenient communication.
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