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Which language was used as the official language in Satavahana Age?1. Sanskrit2. Prakrit3. Telugu4. Tamil

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 2 : Prakrit

The correct answer is Prakrit.

  • The Satavahanas were an ancient Indian dynasty in the Deccan region.
  • Simuka was the founder of the Satavahana Dynasty.
  • Satavahana's official language was Prakrit and its script was Brahmi.
    • Hence, option 2 is correct.
  • They patronised Prakrit more than Sanskrit.
  • The golden age for Prakrit was the reign of King Hala of Satavahanas.
  • The inscriptions of Satavahanas are mostly in Prakrit.

  • The Satvahanas were not matriarchal or matrilineal yet they used matronyms like Gautamiputra and Vaishishthiputra.
  • They are known for starting the practice of giving royal grants of land to Brahmans and Buddhist monks.
  • Some of the great rulers of the dynasty are Gautamiputra Satakarni, Vashishthiputra Pulumayi, Yajna Sri Satakarni.
  • They assumed the title of Dakshinapatha Pati.


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