Bimbisara was the founder of which one of the following dynasties?

A Nanda
B Haryanka
C Maurya
D Shunga

Correct Answer: Haryanka

Bimbisara was the son of Bhattiya, a chieftain. He ascended to throne at the age of 15 in 543 BC. He established the Haryanka dynasty laid the foundations of Magadha by fortification of a village, which later became the city of Pataliputra. Bimbisara's first capital was at Girivraja (identified with Rajagriha).
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