Which of the following ruler was a contemporary of Buddha?
A
Udayin
B
Bimbisara
C
Ajatshatru
D
Mahapadma Nanda
Correct Answer: Bimbisara
Ajatashatru was a king of the Haryanka dynasty of Magadha in East India. He was the son of King Bimbisara and was a contemporary of both Mahavira and Gautama Buddha. Bimbisara the founder of Haryanka dynasty of Magadha empire was the contemporary of lord Buddha.