Kamboja (Rajapura)
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Overview
Kamboja was one of the sixteen mahajanapadas, in the far north-west of the subcontinent. It was known for its horses and horsemen.
Its capital is named in texts as Rajapura, which some historians link with present-day Rajouri in Jammu and Kashmir, though the exact location is uncertain.
Kamboja and Gandhara were the two north-western mahajanapadas that came into contact with the Persian empire.
Geography and key facts
- One of the 16 mahajanapadas
- North-west of the subcontinent
- Capital: Rajapura (possibly Rajouri)
- Known for horses
Why it matters for UPSC
Pair Kamboja with Gandhara (capital Taxila) for questions on north-western states of the sixth century BCE.
Note for UPSC
North-western mahajanapada; capital Rajapura, often identified with Rajouri. Location is uncertain. Location is approximate.
Mahajanapadas are asked with their capitals and present-day regions; positions are approximate.
Asked in PYQs
No question in our Prelims bank names Kamboja (Rajapura) yet.
Key facts
- Type
- Mahajanapada
- State / UT
- Jammu and Kashmir
- Coordinates
- 33.400°N, 74.300°E
From the Map Explorer data; positions are for orientation.
In the lessons
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