What were the dynasties of ancient India?
Many dynasties reigned over India during the Ancient Age and the most important among them are the Mahajanpada, Nanda Dynasty, Maurya Dynasty, Pandya Dynasty, Chera Dynasty, Chola Dynasty, Pallava Dynasty, Chaulakya Dynasty etc.
What are the three dynasties of India?
The list of major dynasties that existed in India
- Haryanka Dynasty: Middle of 6th century BCE–413 BCE.
- Shishunaga Dynasty: 413 BCE–345 BCE.
- Nanda Dynasty- 345 BCE–322 BCE.
- Mauryan Dynasty: 322 BCE–185 BCE.
- Indo-Scythians Kingdom (The Shaka): 150 BCE–400 CE.
- The Kushans/ Yeuchi: 30–375.
- The Sunga dynasty: 185 BC- 75 BC.
How many dynasty are ruled in India?
Dynasties of India:
| Dynasty (Region) – | Founder | Period |
|---|---|---|
| Kushan Dynasty (West-Northern India) – | Kadphises | 50 AD – 250 AD |
| Chola Dynasty, Adi (Cholamandalama) – | Karikala | 190 AD – 600 AD |
| Gupta Dynasty (Magadha) – | Srigupta | 320 AD – 600 AD |
| Chalukya Badami Dynasty (Badami) – | Pulkeshin I | 543 AD – 753 AD |
Who called Ekrat?
Mahapadma Nand was the founder of Nanda dynasty. Ekrat was a name mentioned in Puranas. It means the sole monarch.
How many Dynastys are there in history?
There are currently 26 sovereign dynasties.
Who is the last dynasty of India?
Dynasties – Founders and Last Kings
| Dynasty | Founder | Last King/Last Great Ruler |
|---|---|---|
| Nanda | Mahapadma or Ugrasena | Dhana Nanda |
| Maurya | Chandragupta Maurya | Brihadratha |
| Gupta | Chandragupta I | Skandagupta (last great ruler) |
| Sunga | Pushyamitra | Devbhumi (last great ruler) |
Who is the founder of Dynasty?
Dynasties – Founders and Last Kings
| Dynasty | Founder | Last King/Last Great Ruler |
|---|---|---|
| Maurya | Chandragupta Maurya | Brihadratha |
| Gupta | Chandragupta I | Skandagupta (last great ruler) |
| Sunga | Pushyamitra | Devbhumi (last great ruler) |
| Satvahana | Simuka | Yajna Satkarni (last great ruler) |
Who is known as second Parshuram?
Mahapadma Nanda was titled as the “second Parshuram”. Mahapadma Nanda was the first Emperor of the Nanda Empire.
Who established Magadha kingdom?
Magadha Empire
| Empire | Established – Disestablished | Founder |
|---|---|---|
| Maurya Empire | c. 322 – c. 185 BCE | Chandragupta Maurya |
| Shunga Empire | c. 185 – c. 73 BCE | Puspamitra Sunga |
| Kanva Empire | c. 73 – c. 26 BCE | Vasudeva |
| Satavahana Empire | c. 230 or 26 BCE – c. 220 CE | Simuka |