why lichchhavi period is called golden period in point
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Licchavi period was golden period because the period has introduce arts and architecture, culture, tradition,crafts and hand made crafts,Social system was also very well organized,Sanskrit Language used in the Inscriptions.For the efficient administration, peace and harmony, the development of art and architecture and friendly relations with neighbouring countries the Lichchhavi period has been called the 'Golden Age' in the history of Nepal.
From the period of Lichchhavi dynasty, we have certain proofs that they ruled this country as well as India. In their regime, the King’s commands were considered absolute law and no one was to defy them. Serious punishment was given to the offenders. Lichchhavis ruled Nepal for about 630 years (603 as per some historians) after defeating Soma dynasty. They were the rulers of Vaishali kingdom in Muzzafarpur, Champaron and Dharbhangaa of Northern Bihar, India before their powers and authority were replaced by Magadh and Kushana dynasty rulers. According to the inscription of Jayadev-II, Supushpa was the founder of this dynasty and Jayadev-I was the very first King of this dynasty to rule Nepal. Various other Kings like Vrishadev, Bhaskar verma, Basanta Dev, Mandev(I-IV), Shiva Dev, Amshuverma, etc. ruled Nepal during this dynasty. Jayakama Dev was the last King of this dynasty.This period is often known as the “Golden Age/ Period ” of Nepal’s history. Various reasons are attributed for this period for being called as the golden age.
The Lichchhavi period is often synonymous with good governance (including dual governance system) and administration. There was peace, prosperity and stable political scenario during this period. Arts, culture, language, literature, architecture flourished to the optimum level due to love and fondness of Lichchhavi dynasty King like Mandev and Amshuverma. Economic system was greatly developed and improved in this period. Mangriha and Kailashkut Bhavan were major administrative centres. The Council of Ministers headed by “Mahasamanta” (PM equivalent) was set up. The whole kingdom was divided into provinces, districts and
grams/villages for administration purpose