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Which were the four major monarchies of northern India during the Buddha's time?

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AMagadha, Kosala, Vatsa and Avanti
BGandhara, Kamboja, Matsya and Chedi
CAnga, Kashi, Malla and Vajji
DShakya, Licchavi, Malla and Koliya
Correct Answer: Magadha, Kosala, Vatsa and AvantiYour Answer: A

Explanation

Magadha, Kosala, Vatsa and Avanti were the four major monarchies competing in northern India during the Buddha’s time. Shakya, Licchavi and Malla were republican polities, while several other Mahajanapadas were less dominant.

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