Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the Lists.

Correct option is B

The correct answer is: (b) A-4, B-3, C-1, D-2
Explanation:
· Malla – Capital was Kusinara, a prominent site in Buddhist history.
· Anga – Capital was Champa, a prosperous city in eastern India.
· Gandhara – Capital was Taxila, a major center of learning and trade in northwest India.
· Vatsa – Capital was Kausambi, known for its association with early Buddhism.
Information Booster:
· The Mahajanapadas were 16 major kingdoms/oligarchies that existed in ancient India during 6th century BCE.
· Buddha visited many Mahajanapadas during his lifetime, including Malla and Vatsa.
· Taxila (Gandhara) became famous later for the Takshashila University.
· The Anguttara Nikaya (a Buddhist text) mentions the 16 Mahajanapadas.
Additional Knowledge:
· Kusinara (Kushinagar) – Place where Lord Buddha attained Mahaparinirvana.
· Champa – Mentioned in early Jain and Buddhist texts as a prosperous city.
· Kausambi – Flourished as a trade and political center during Buddha's time.
· Taxila – Located in modern-day Pakistan; linked with Gandhara art and learning.