__________ in Bihar was the capital of Magadha for several years. Later the capital was shifted to Pataliputra (present-day Patna).
Rajagriha
The correct answer is Rajagriha.
Pataliputra (modern Patna), located near the confluence of the Ganges and other rivers, offered advantages for trade and communication via waterways, contributing to Magadha's expansion and administration over a larger territory. Its control over iron resources, fertile land, and strategic locations like Rajagriha and Pataliputra allowed it to build a powerful army and economy. The dynasties that ruled Magadha, such as the Mauryas, went on to establish vast empires encompassing a large part of the Indian subcontinent. The shift in capital reflects the evolving needs of the kingdom as it grew in power and territory.
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