Question

Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Satavahanas rule:

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• A. 1 and 2 only
• B. 2 and 3 only
• C. 1 and 3 only
• D. 1, 2 and 3

Answer 1

The correct option is A 1 and 2 only

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: Brahmanism was revived by the Satavahanas along with the performance of asvamedha and rajasuya sacrifices.

Statement 2 is correct: The Satavahanas patronized Buddhism and Brahmanism.

Statement 3 is incorrect: The Satavahanas also patronized the Prakrit language and literature. Hala’s Sattasai is an excellent piece of Prakrit literature.