Question

name two essential features of janapadas?

Answer 1

The Janapadas (pronounced [dʒənəpəd̪ə]) were the realms, republics (ganapada) and kingdoms (saamarajya) of the Vedic period on the Indian subcontinent. The Vedic period reaches from the late Bronze Age into the Iron Age: from about 1500 BCE to the 6th century BCE. With the rise of sixteen Mahajanapadas("great janapadas"), most of the states were annexed by more powerful neighbours, although some remained independent.

Answer 2

The literate meaning of the term Janapada is the land where the Jana put its foot and began residing. Such Janapadas emerged in India during the Vedic period in the history of India. The following are the essential features of Janapadas:

Janapadas are the units to govern

The Janapadas are governed by the king.