Which dynasty defeated the Kanva dynasty?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Satavahana Dynasty.
The Kanva Dynasty, which succeeded the Sunga Dynasty, was eventually overthrown by the Satavahana Dynasty. The Kanvas ruled parts of central India around 73 BCE to 28 BCE, with Vasudeva Kanva being its founder. The last Kanva ruler was defeated by Satakarni, a powerful ruler of the Satavahana Dynasty, which rose to prominence in the Deccan region. The Satavahanas then established their control over much of central and southern India. This marked the end of Magadhan dynastic rule in North India and paved the way for regional powers to dominate the Indian political landscape.
Other options:
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Sakas Dynasty: They came later and ruled parts of western and northwestern India, not directly involved with the Kanvas.
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Kushan Dynasty: Ruled much later in northwestern India and had no direct conflict with the Kanvas.
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Sunga Dynasty: Preceded the Kanvas and was overthrown by them, not the other way around.