Explanation:

The term “Satvahana” got originated from the Prakrit which signifies ” driven by seven” which is an indication of the Sun God’s chariot that is driven by the seven horses as per the Hindu mythology. The dynasty of Sungas’s came to an end in approx. 73 BC when their leader Devabhuti was killed by the Vasudeva Kanva. The Kanva dynasty then continued ruled over Magadha for about forty five years. Around this period, another powerful dynasty, the Satavahanas came into power in the Deccan area. * The first king of the huge Satvahana dynasty was Simuka. * The Satavahana rule is having faith to started around the 3rd century BC, in 235 BC and lasted til the 2nd century AD. * Some experts also believe their rule started in the first century BC only. * They are regarded to as Andhras in the Puranas. * The Satavahana kingdom mainly comprised of modern-day Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Maharashtra. At times, their rule even included parts of Karnataka, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh. Administration at the time of Satvahana dynasty The administration of the Satvahana dynasty was completely based on the Shastras which has the following structure given below: * The king or Rajan who was the ruler * The Princes or Rajas who had their names inscribed on the coins * Maharathis, who possess the power of granting villages and even had the privilege of maintaining the marital relations with the ruling family.  

* Mahasenapati www.gradeup.co 52 * Mahatalavara The inscription of the ruler Guatamipurna Satakrni also threw some light on the bureaucratic structure of the administration. However, transparency on the detailed structure is still awaited by the historians. Economy at that time Agriculture was the mainstay/backbone of the economy during the period of the rule of Satvahana kings. They also depend on the trade and production of many commodities within and outside India. Religion & Language at that time

The Satvahanas were accorded to Hindu religion and Brahmanical caste. But, the interesting fact is their liberality towards other caste and religion which is obvioust from the donations made by the Satvahanas towards the Buddhist monasteries. Several Buddhist monasteries were got constructed during the period of the rule of the Satvahana dynasty.