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Ancient Indian History UPPSC 2003 GS-I
Question

Of the following, the oldest dynasty was:

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option D: Satavahans

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Satavahans”.
The Satavahana dynasty is considered one of the earliest Indian dynasties, dating back to around the 1st century BCE to the 3rd century CE.
Dynasty Period Region of Rule
Chalukya dynasty 6th to 12th C CE Southern and central India
Pallava dynasty 275 CE to 897 CE Deccan (Tondaimandalam region)
Rashtrakuta dynasty About 755 to 975 CE Deccan and neighboring areas of India
Satavahana dynasty 2nd century BCE to early 3rd century CE Central and southern India

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Codes:
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