Explanation Statement 1 is not correct: Magadha’s strategic position between the upper and lower part of the Gangetic valley was a great advantage. It had a fertile soil. The iron ores in the hills near Rajgir and copper and iron deposits near Gaya added to its natural assets. Her location at the centre of the highways of trade of those days contributed to her wealth. The silver mines were prominent in northwest India, not near Rajgir, hence did not contribute to Magadha’s economic strength.
Statement 2 is correct: Bimbisara belonged to the Haryanka dynasty of Magadha. He consolidated his position by matrimonial alliances. His first matrimonial alliance was with the ruling family of Kosala. He married Kosaladevi, sister of Prasenajit. He was given the Kasi region as dowry which yielded large revenue facilitating expansion.
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