The first capital of Magadha Kingdom before Pataliputra was

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Rajgir

Explanation:

• The ancient capital of Magadha was Rajagriha (modern Rajgir), also known as Girivraja.
• It was naturally fortified by five hills.
• It remained the capital during the reigns of Bimbisara and Ajatshatru.
• Udayin, the successor of Ajatshatru, shifted the capital to Pataliputra (modern Patna) due to its strategic location at the confluence of the Ganga and Son rivers.

• The first Buddhist Council was held at the Sattapani Caves in Rajgir.
• Rajgir is sacred to both Buddhists and Jains.

• Primarily an ancient learning center, never the capital of the Magadha state.

• Capital of the Vajji confederacy; served as the capital for a short time during the Shishunaga dynasty.

• Capital of the Anga Mahajanapada, located to the east of Magadha.