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Identify the ruler of the Satavahana dynasty with the help of the following information: He claimed to be both a unique Brahmana and a destroyer of the pride of Kshatriyas.

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Identify the ruler of the Satavahana dynasty with the help of the following information:

  • He claimed to be both a unique Brahmana and a destroyer of the pride of Kshatriyas.
  • He also claimed to have ensured that there was no intermarriage amongst members of the four varnas.

Options

  • Gotami-puta Siri-Vijaya-Satakani

  • Gotami-puta Siri Satakani

  • Gotami-puta sami-Siri-Yana-Satakani

  • Vasithi-puta (sami-)Siri Pulumayi

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Gotami-puta Siri Satakani

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Social Differences: Within and Beyond the Framework of Caste
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