Question

Who was the founder of the Satavahana dynasty?
A. Sri Satakarni
B. Simuka
C. Pulumayi l
D. Yajna Sri Satakarni

Answer 1

Hint: Satavahana in Puranas also known as Andhras in ancient India. Most of the modern Scholars believe that the Satavahana rule began in the late century BCE. Telangana Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra day Satavhana kingdom mainly comprised.

Complete step by step answer:
Satavahana is a Sanskrit word meaning " driven by seven ", in Hindu mythology seven horses drawing the chariot of the God of Sun. In Puranas Andhra’s name used for the Satavahana dynasty, this word doesn't appear in the record of the dynasty’s own records. Uncertainty in the origin of the Satavahana dynasty according to the Puranas. The meaning, place, and date of origin are the topic of debate among Scholars. This dynasty was a supporter of Hinduism as well as Buddhism. They patronized Prakrit literature. Simuka is mentioned as the first king of Satavahana in the inscription of Satavahana at Naneghat. The other kings are mentioned as Sishuka, Chhismaka, Sindhuka, Shipkara, etc,. There is no certainty when Simaku became king. According to the Matsya Purana, the Andhra dynasty ruled for approximately four thousand fifty years, and according to modern Scholars, the Satavahana dynasty began its rule in the first century and lasted till the second century. The Satavahana were claimed to be Hindu but they also made effective contributions to Buddist monasteries.

So, the correct answer is Option B.

Note: There are no specifications and clearance on the time, place, date, and on the name of this dynasty. It is observed that still, Scholars are debating these matters. Their kingdom extends to some parts of northern and southern territories, present-day Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Telangana.