Which one of the following was initially the most powerful city state of India in the 6th century B.C.?

Q. Which one of the following was initially the most powerful city state of India in the 6th century B.C.?

(a) Gandhar

(b) Kamboj

(c) Kashi

(d) Magadh

Ans: (d) Magadh

 Explanation:  Among the options provided, the most powerful city-state in India during the 6th century B.C. was (d) Magadh (also known as Magadha). Magadha emerged as a prominent and powerful kingdom during this period under the rule of the Haryanka and later the Nanda dynasty. The capital city of Magadha, Rajagriha (modern-day Rajgir in Bihar), was a center of political and cultural activities. Magadha’s power and influence continued to grow in subsequent centuries, culminating in the rise of the Maurya Empire under the leadership of Chandragupta Maurya.