NANDA DYNASTY
MAHANADA (1 janv. 378 av. J.-C. – 1 janv. 336 av. J.-C.)
Description:
He uprooted the kshatriya dynasties in north India
and assumed the title “ekarat”.
The Puranas speak of the extensive conquests made by
Mahapadma.
The Hathigumpha inscription of Kharavela of
Kalinga refers that Mahapadma Nanda conquered
Kalinga, and bought a Jain Statue as a victory
trophy.
So he is also known as “Kallinga Jina”
Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
1 janv. 378 av. J.-C.
1 janv. 336 av. J.-C.
~ 42 years