Satavahana Dynasty (BC 230 – AD 224)

Simuha was the founder of the Satavahana dynasty. 'Andhrakars' is another name for the Satavahanas. Andhra Pradesh, one of the Ashoka states, served as their administrative hub. 'Srikakulam' was the capital of the Satavahana dynasty, which Simuha formed after Ashoka's death. Satavahana rulers include Gautamiputra Satakarni, Gautamiputra Yajnaashree, Pulamavi, and others. One significant period in Indian history was the Satavahanas' dominion. The official language was Prakrit. The Satavahanas defended India from foreigners like the Yavanas who sought to establish dominion. The Satavahanas constructed the pillars at Amaravati, Goli, and Nagarjunakonda.