Question

The small tribes of the earlier period gave way to large kingdoms called
a. janapadas
b. mahajanapadas
c. republics
d. monarchies

Answer 1

The correct answer is (a).

Explanation: Janapadas were small territories where the initiation of modern kingdoms was formed. However, with time, one janapada overtook another to expand and grow. Thus, janapadas led to mahajanapadas.