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_________ was the capital of Magadha before the 4th century BCE.

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SSC CGL 4th March 2020 Shift-1

Varanasi

Mathura

Rajagaha

Pataliputra

- Option 1: Varanasi

- Varanasi, one of the world's oldest cities, has significant religious importance, especially in Hinduism.

- It was not the capital of Magadha.

- Option 2: Mathura

- Mathura is known as the birthplace of Lord Krishna.

- It was not the capital of Magadha.

- Option 3: Rajagaha

- Rajagaha, also known as Rajgir, was indeed the capital of Magadha before the 4th century BCE.

- It was an important city during the time of Buddha and Mahavira.

- Option 4: Pataliputra

- Pataliputra became the capital of Magadha after the 4th century BCE.

- It was a prominent center during the Mauryan and Gupta Empires.