Ancient Background of Bihar A part of Bihar was called "Magadha" in ancient times. From Magadha arose two religions, Jainism and Buddhism. The greatest Indian empire, the Maurya empire, originated from Magadha, with its capital at …

Agam Kuan is 105 feet deep, circular in plan, with a diameter extending over 20 feet and 2 inches. The well is brick-encased in the upper half of its depth (down to 44′) and thereafter, secured by a series of wooden rings. The surface structure,…