How did Mahajanapadas evolve in India? Why did they evolve? - Vidyadip

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How did Mahajanapadas evolve in India? Why did they evolve?

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About 2,500 years ago, some Janapadas became more important than others, and were formed as Mahajanapads.
Mahajanapadas were formed to defend their land from rivals. They were governed by rulers or rajas each having their own army and capital.
To become prominent, kings aimed to reflect their prosperity and power by fortifying their kingdoms, towns and cities.

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