Consider the following statements about the emergence of urban centres in India from circa 6^{th} Century BCE :<br>1. All of them developed away from the capitals of mahajanpadas.<br>2. Major towns were located along routes of communication.<br>3. Many were bustling centres of commercial, cultural and political activity.<br>How many of the above statements is/are correct?

  1. A. 1
  2. B. 2 ✓
  3. C. 3
  4. D. None

Correct Answer: B. 2

Explanation

Towns were often capitals of the mahajanpadas themselves, making statement 1 incorrect. Statements 2 and 3 correctly describe their location and characteristics, leaving two correct statements.

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