GREATEST INDIAN KINGS RULED LONGER THAN MUGHALS

Jul 16, 2024 Tanvi Kaushik

Chandragupta Maurya was the founder of the Maurya Dynasty, believed to be the illegitimate son of the last Magadhan king

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Asoka, known as Samraat Chakravartin, he spread Buddhism globally. The modern Indian emblem is based on the Lion Capital of Ashoka, who also protected minority interests in India

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Harshvardhana was North India’s celebrated ruler, known for his support of religion and the arts. He welcomed Chinese travelers and funded Nalanda University.

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Prithviraj Chauhan , celebrated for his bravery as one of the few Hindu rulers of Delhi. He is known for defeating Muhammad Ghori in the First Battle of Tarain in 1191

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Shivaji was greatest king of the Maratha Empire, winning many battles and escaping sieges. As the Mughal kingdom's archenemy, he kept them engaged in tactical warfare

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Bimbisara from the Haryanka dynasty, expanding the empire through marriage alliances. A disciple of Buddha, he is renowned for building the city of Rajgir

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