Which one among the following mahajanapadas in ancient India was an oligarchy ?
- A. Vajji ✓
- B. Kosala
- C. Gandhara
- D. Magadha
Correct Answer: A. Vajji
Explanation
Vajji was an important Mahajanapada with its capital at Vaishali. It was a confederacy of eight clans (an oligarchy/republic) known as the Vajjian Sangha.
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