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Question

Which one of the following early ruler of Magadha killed his father for accession and for the same reason was killed by his son?

  1. Bimbisar
  2. Ajatshatru
  3. Udyan
  4. Nahdashak

Answer:

Option B: Ajatshatru

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Ajatshatru”.

The early ruler of Magadha who killed his father for accession and was later killed by his own son is: (2) Ajatshatru.