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Several reasons account for the rise and growth of the Magadhan Empire, in the first place the emperors who ascended the throne of Magadha from the time of Bimbisara were mostly conquerors.
This policy of conquest continued till the time of the Kalinga war under Asoka's regime. Secondly, many emperors of Magadha extended the empire not merely by conquest. They acquired territories by matrimonial alliances. For example, Bimbisara, his son Ajatasatru and others obtained territories through matrimonial relationship.
This was one of the important factors that led to the expansion of Magadha. Thirdly, Magadha had other advantages too. Geographically, it was located in a position where their had been richest iron deposits. With the help of iron Magadha could produce weapons for war. Also iron implements were helpfii) to increase agricultural products. Fourthly, the capital of Magadha, first at Rajgir and then shifted to Pataliputra were both situated at very strategic points.
It was difficult for the invaders to do any harm to the Magadha and its capital Fifthly, the military organization of Magadha was also very strong. The largescale use of elephants was helpful in storming fortresses. Sixthly, it has been pointed out by Professor R.S.Shanna that the unorthodox character of the Magadhan society showed much enthusiasm for expansion. These are the reasons why Magadha was successful in building up an empire.
Brihadratha has been referred to in the Mahabharata as the founder of the kingdom of Magadha. But historically Bimbisara is known to be the first important king of Magadha.
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