Which of the following was the capital of the Shunga dynasty?
Correct answer
Pataliputra
Explanation
The Shunga dynasty was founded by Pushyamitra Shunga in around 185-183 BC. Some of the major centers of the Shunga dynasty were Ujjain, Mathura, Saket, Sanchi, and Kapilvastu. The capital of the Shunga Dynasty was Pataliputra.
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