16. The ancient republic of __ was located in the present day state of Nepal.
A) Kuru
B) Magadha
C) Shakya
D) Malla
Answer: C) Shakya
17. Who was the famous king of the ancient republic of Malla?
A) Ajatashatru
B) Mahapadma Nanda
C) Bimbisara
D) Prasenajit
Answer: D) Prasenajit
18. Which ancient republic in India was known for its iron industry?
A) Vajji
B) Kosala
C) Malla
D) Magadha
Answer: D) Magadha
19. Who was the famous king of the ancient republic of Vatsa?
A) Udayana
B) Prasenajit
C) Bimbisara
D) Mahapadma Nanda
Answer: A) Udayana
20. The ancient republic of __ was located in the present-day state of Haryana.
A) Kuru
B) Magadha
C) Vajji
D) Kosala
Answer: A) Kuru