Question

Which of the following dynasty established its capital in Vidisha and built the archway of Sanchi Stupa?
1. Maurya Dynasty
2. Sunga Dynasty
3. Satavahana Dynasty
4. Kushan Dynasty

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 2 : Sunga Dynasty

The correct answer is Sunga Dynasty.

• "Vidisha" was made its capital by Pushyamitra, the ruler of the Sunga dynasty.
• The Sunga dynasty was founded by Pushyamitra Sunga in 185 BC.
• The information about the Satavahana dynasty is found in the "Article of Sanchi".
• The Satavahana dynasty was founded by "Simuk" and coins of Gautamiputra Shatakarni are obtained from "Ujjain".
• Gautamiputra Shatkarni ruled from Malwa to Maheshwar after defeating Saka King 'Nahapan'.
• In the first-century BC 'Ujjain' was the major commercial center of North India.
• Kanishka was the greatest ruler of the Kushan dynasty.