Question

Who is the most famous ruler of Shatavahanas? Write a short note on his achievements.

Answer 1

Instructions:

• Give the name of Gautami Puthra Shatakarni.
• Mention his foreign conquests and other achievements.

Solution:
Gautami Puthra Shatakarni was a prominent king of Shatavahans.

• He expanded the boundaries of his kingdom to include not only Konkan, Birar, Saurashta and Malwa, but also many new areas.
• He defeated the bitter enemies of the foreign lands such as the Sakas.
• He is considered to have inagugarated the Shalivahana Shaka.
• He assumed the titles such as ‘Trisamudratoyapitavahana’ and ‘Shatavahana Kulayashapratishtapanakara’.