Simuka was the founder of which of the following dynasties of the post-Mauryan era?
Satavahana
- Simuka was the founder of the Satavahana dynasty, which ruled the Deccan region of India.
- The dynasty emerged after the decline of the Mauryan Empire in the 2nd century BCE.
- The Satavahanas played a crucial role in maintaining trade and cultural exchanges between northern and southern India.
- They were known for their patronage of Buddhism and the construction of stupas like the Amaravati Stupa.
- The dynasty lasted for several centuries and was eventually replaced by the Vakatakas.
Important Questions from Ancient History
The speakers of major Indian languages belong to how many language families?
Which one of the following was NOT a way in which kings in ancient India attempted to claim a higher status?
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below the Lists:
List-I
(unit in use in early India)
List-II (content) A. Muhurta 1. Measure of weight B. Raktika 2. Measure of time C. Angula 3. Metre of poetry D. Pada 4. Measure of length In the Mesopotamian records, which one of the following terms was used for the Indus Valley (Harappans)?
In Egypt, ancient mummies can be found to have their arteries intact due to well preserved:
