Birthdate: 0492 BC
Birthplace: Rajgir
Died: 0460 BC
Ajatashatru, a significant king of the Haryanka dynasty of Magadha in East India, aggressively expanded his kingdom through conquests, defeating rivals and capturing smaller kingdoms. He waged wars against the Vajjika League and conquered Vaishali, ultimately making Magadha the most powerful kingdom in North India. Ajatashatru’s policies led to the formation of the fortified city of Pataliputra, solidifying his reign as a formidable ruler known for strategic military campaigns and territorial acquisitions.
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