Question

5. Who were known as Andhras?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Early inhabitants were known as the Andhras, tracing their history to the Vedic period when they were mentioned in the 8th century BCE Rigvedic text Aitareya Brahmana. According to the Aitareya Brahmana, the Andhras left North India from the banks of river Yamuna and migrated to South India.

Answer 2

In the Mahabharat, the infantry of Satyaki was composed of a tribe called Andhras, known for their long hair, tall stature, sweet language and mighty prowess. They lived along the banks of Godavari river, Andhras and Kalingas supported the Kauravas during the Mahabharata war.

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