Ancient History – General Studies

The Hoysala dynasty, a prominent South Indian ruling house, reigned over a significant part of the Deccan region, particularly in present-day Karnataka, during the medieval period.

The Kalabhra dynasty, a mysterious chapter in the annals of Tamil history, reigned over parts or the entirety of Tamilakam from the 3rd to the 6th century CE.

The Vakataka dynasty, a formidable force that left an indelible mark on ancient Indian history, held sway over parts of central and southern India during the 3rd and 4th centuries CE.

The Post-Mauryan era in ancient India, spanning from around 185 BCE to 320 CE, witnessed a complex interplay of socio-economic dynamics that shaped the contours of the Indian subcontinent. 

The Post-Mauryan period in ancient Indian history witnessed a significant transformation in administrative structures and governance.

The information about the Meghavarman dynasty that ruled over Orissa is available only through the Hathigumpha inscription.

In the Post-Mauryan period, the Satavahanas united and ruled the entire Deccan for many centuries. Their reign was spread over present day Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.

Besides, the foreign dynasties there were many native dynasties that flourished in India. The important native dynasties are

Kushans belonged to the Yue-chi or Tocharian tribe of Central Asia. They used to get their livelihood by attacking and robbing the Chinese territories.

They belong to Parthia in northern Iran, invaded India and established a small kingdom in the north-west. They were called as Pahlavas in India.