Q. Consider the following about the King “Praversena” :
a. He was the real founder of Vakataka dynasty.
b. His empire extended from Bundelkhand in north to Hyderabad in South.
c. He succeeded his father king Vindhyshakti.
d. He is mentioned in Puranas.
Which of the following statements are correct ?
a) a and b both
b) a and c both
c) b, c and d
d) More than one of the above
Question from BPSC PT 70, 2024
The correct answer is: c) b, c and d.
Explanation:
1. Statement a: He was the real founder of the Vakataka dynasty.
– This statement is incorrect. The actual founder of the Vakataka dynasty was his father, Vindhyashakti. Pravarasena I succeeded Vindhyashakti and expanded the dynasty’s territory, but he did not establish it.
2. Statement b: His empire extended from Bundelkhand in the north to Hyderabad in the south.
– This statement is correct. Pravarasena I’s reign saw significant territorial expansion, and his empire indeed reached from Bundelkhand in the north to parts of modern-day Andhra Pradesh, including Hyderabad, in the south.
3. Statement c: He succeeded his father King Vindhyashakti.
– This statement is correct. Pravarasena I was indeed the son of Vindhyashakti and succeeded him as king.
4. Statement d: He is mentioned in Puranas.
– This statement is generally considered correct as Pravarasena I and his lineage are referenced in various historical texts, including Puranic literature, which often chronicles the dynasties of ancient India.
