Question

Q. With reference to Ancient Indian history, the term ‘Skandhavaras’ means:

• A. Wandering monks and bhikshus
• B. Military camps
• C. Aboriginal tribes living on mountains
• D. Vedic priests

Answer 1

The correct option is B Military camps

Explanation:

Within the Satavahana kingdom, three grades of feudatories were present. The highest grade was known as Raja who had the right to strike coins while the second grade was mahabhoja and the third grade was known as the Senapati.

The military character of the Satavahana rule is evident from the common use of such terms as Kataka and Skandhavaras in their inscriptions. These were military camps and settlements which served as administrative centres so long as the king was there. Hence option (b) is correct.