Question

Which of the following was one of the reasons the Satavahana dynasty kept growing?

• A. The dynasty grew only because of its dominance in trade.
• B. The dynasty grew because its sole focus was economic growth.
• C. The dynasty allied itself with far-flung kingdoms so that it could grow around the globe.
• D. The dynasty grew because it had powerful leaders who focused on growing their presence all over the country by defeating foreign powers.

Answer 1

The correct option is D The dynasty grew because it had powerful leaders who focused on growing their presence all over the country by defeating foreign powers.

The Satavahana dynasty had powerful leaders, like Gautamiputra, who focused on growing their presence all over the country by defeating foreign powers. After the reign of Gautamiputra, the Satavahana dynasty continued to prosper for a while. Later, it declined and by around 200 CE the dynasty was reduced to a regional power while other kingdoms rose to power in the South.