History of India, 78 AD, The Satvahana Dynasty was taken over by Gautamiputra Satkarni

The Satvahana Dynasty was a dynasty that ruled over the Deccan region of India between 230 BCE and 220 CE.

It was founded by Simuka, a former viceroy of the Mauryan Empire.

The Satvahana Dynasty was known for its patronage of Buddhism, and its administrative and economic reforms.

In 78 AD, the Satvahana Dynasty was taken over by Gautamiputra Satkarni.

Gautamiputra Satkarni was a powerful ruler who expanded the Satvahana Empire to its greatest extent.

He re-established the ancient trade routes to the Mediterranean, and also conquered much of the modern-day Indian states of Gujarat and Central India.

Gautamiputra Satkarni was known for his patronage of the arts and literature.

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