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Satavahanas and Ikshvakus

Telangana Open School (TOSS) · Class 12 · History

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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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The Satavahanas ruled from 225 BCEThe Ikshvakus ruled after the declineThe Satavahanas had a wellAlthough the Satavahanas followed Vedic traditionsThe Satavahanas built rock

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