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Q43. The following map shows four of the sixteen Mahajanapadas that existed in ancient India. The places marked A, B, C, and D, respectively are:

The following map shows four of the sixteen Mahajanapadas that existed in ancient India. The places marked A, B, C, and D, respectively are:

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Correct Answer: Option (C) — Matsya, Avanti, Vatsa, Anga

Concept & Option Breakdown

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On the ancient Indian map:

  • A represents Matsya (located in eastern Rajasthan around Jaipur/Alwar, capital Viratnagar).
  • B represents Avanti (located in western Madhya Pradesh/Malwa, capital Ujjain/Mahishmati).
  • C represents Vatsa (located around Prayagraj/Kaushambi in southern UP).
  • D represents Anga (located in eastern Bihar around modern Bhagalpur and Munger, capital Champa).
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Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 1997 (Q43)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicAncient History → Vedic Age
Official Answer KeyOption (C) — Matsya, Avanti, Vatsa, Anga

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What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 1997 GS Paper I Question 43 (Ancient History)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 1997 Ancient History (Vedic Age) question is Option (C): "Matsya, Avanti, Vatsa, Anga". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

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This question belongs to GS Paper I under the subject "Ancient History" and micro-topic "Vedic Age". You can explore all repeated questions from Vedic Age in Acme AI's 3D Prelims PYQ Realm or practice 50 full-length and sectional tests in the APT Prelims Test Series.

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