MP Board · Class 6 · Social Science · Kingdoms, Kings and an Early RepublicWhy were huge walls built around the capital cities of mahajanapadas?
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Fortification walls were built around capital cities for defense against attacks from other kings, as well as to display the ruler's great wealth, power, and control over the people living inside.
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Option : To keep wild animals away
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Option 1: For defense and to show power (Correct Answer)
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Option 2: To stop rainwater from entering
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Option 3: To prevent citizens from escaping
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