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Post-Mauryan Administration – UPSC Ancient History Notes
The Post-Mauryan period in ancient Indian history witnessed a significant transformation in administrative structures and governance.
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Meghavarman Dynasty – Native Dynasties – Post Mauryan Age
The information about the Meghavarman dynasty that ruled over Orissa is available only through the Hathigumpha inscription.
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Satavahanas- Native Dynasties – Post Mauryan Age – UPSC Ancient History Notes
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.
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Sungas and Kanvas – Native Dynasties – Post Mauryan Age – UPSC Ancient History Notes
Besides, the foreign dynasties there were many native dynasties that flourished in India. The important native dynasties are
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Kushans – Foreign Dynasties – Post Mauryan Age – UPSC Ancient History Notes
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.
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Parthians/Pahlavas – Foreign Dynasties – Post Mauryan Age – UPSC Ancient History Notes
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.
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Scythians/Sakas – UPSC Ancient History Notes
The people who belonged to the Scythian tribe of Central Asia were called Sakas in India. They invaded India at various times and established five independent
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Indo-Greek Invasion – Post Mauryan Age – UPSC Ancient History Notes
The Indo-Greek invasion marked a significant chapter in the Post-Mauryan Age of Indian history, spanning from approximately the 2nd century BCE to the 1st century CE.
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The Seleucid Invasion – UPSC Ancient History Notes
The Seleucid invasion of India, led by Seleucus I Nicator, a former general of Alexander the Great and founder of the Seleucid dynasty
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Macedonian Invasion of India – UPSC Ancient History Notes
In this grand tapestry, the Macedonian invasion of India emerges as a remarkable chapter.
