Question

Analyse the rise and nature of Satavahana state.

Answer 1

· The Satavahana kingdom spread over modern day Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra. 

· The Satavahanas were supposed to have ruled over this area roughly between first century and third century BCE. 

· The dynasty was in full glory during the reign of Gautamiputra Satakarni. 

· It is assumed that infighting lead to the breakup of this kingdom into smaller pieces during early third century BCE.