Which of the following statements is not correct with regard to the Satavahanas

Question

Which of the following statements is not correct with regard to the Satavahanas of Deccan?

Options:

A . Gautamiputra Satakarni issued coins on which the image of ships was inscribed.

B . The Nasik and Nanaghad inscriptions throw much light on the reign of Gautamiputra Satakarni.

C . The founder of the Satavahana dynasty was Simuka.

D . Vashishtaputra Pulamayi extended the Satavahana power up to the mouth of the Krishna River.

Answer: Option A
Answer: (a)
The greatest ruler of the Satavahana dynasty was Gautamiputra Satakarni. He ruled for a period of 24 years from 106 to 130 A.D. His achievements were recorded in the Nasik inscription by his mother Gautami Balasri. Gautamiputra Satakarni captured the whole of Deccan and expanded his empire.
His victory over Nagapana, the ruler of Malwa was remarkable. He patronised Brahmanism. Yet, he also gave donations to Buddhists. Gautamiputra Satakarni was succeeded by his son Vashishtaputra Pulamayi. He extended the Satavahana power up to the mouth of the Krishna River.
He issued coins on which the image of ships was inscribed. They reveal the naval power and maritime trade of the Satavahanas. The last great ruler of Satavahanas was Yajna Sri Satakarni.

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