King Ajatashatru was a ruler of the ________ dynasty.

The correct answer is Option 1- Haryanka

King Ajatashatru was a ruler of the Haryanka dynasty.

The Haryanka dynasty was a dynasty that ruled over the Magadha kingdom in eastern India from the 6th to the 5th centuries BCE. Ajatashatru was one of the most important rulers of the Haryanka dynasty. He expanded the kingdom and conquered many of his enemies.

Ajatashatru was also a contemporary of the Buddha and Mahavira. He is said to have been a patron of both religions.

The other options are not correct:

• The Mauryan dynasty ruled over India from the 4th to the 2nd centuries BCE.
• The Shishunaga dynasty ruled over India from the 5th to the 4th centuries BCE.
• The Nanda dynasty ruled over India from the 4th to the 3rd centuries BCE.