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Satavahanas and Ikshvakus — Revision Notes
Telangana Open School (TOSS) · Class 12 · History
Satavahanas and Ikshvakus revision notes for Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 History: 4 topics in quick points.
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The Satavahanas
- The Satavahanas ruled from 225 BCE to 225 CE and were originally vassals of the Mauryas.
- They are known as 'Dakshinapathapati' (lords of the south).
- Founder: Simuka; capital initially at Kotilingala (Telangana).
2
Administration and Economy
- Central government headed by the king with a council of ministers.
- Kingdom divided into administrative units called 'Aharas', each governed by an 'Amatya'.
- Villages were administered by Gramika or Gramani.
3
Religion, Literature, and Architecture
- Kings followed Vedic traditions but supported Jainism and Buddhism.
- Queens like Naganika and Balasri promoted Buddhism.
- Gautamiputra Satakarni donated land to Buddhist monks at Trirasmi.
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The Ikshvakus
- Succeeded the Satavahanas and ruled for about 100 years.
- Capital: Vijayapuri (modern Nagarjunakonda) on the banks of the Krishna River.
- Also known as Sriparvatias.
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Key topics in Satavahanas and Ikshvakus include The Satavahanas, Administration and Economy, Religion, Literature, and Architecture, The Ikshvakus. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 board exam.
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