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Who is the most famous ruler of Shatavahans? Write a short note on this ruler’s achievements.

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Instructions:
  • Give the name of the ruler.
  • Mention his conquest, titles and other achievements.
Solution:
The greatest king of the Shatavahana dynasty was Gautamiputra Shatakarni. He brought back the glory of Shatavahanas which was on the brink of decline.
  • He defeated many foreign dynasties like Shaka, Yavana and Pahlava.
  • He reprinted his name on the coins of Shaka’s Nahapana.
  • His empire was extended to the regions of Konkan, Saurastra, Malwa, Bihar etc.
  • He was given the title, ‘Thrisamudratoya Peethavahana’ (The one who has a horse for riding that has drunk the water of three seas)

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