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Which dynasty defeated the Kanva dynasty?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Sunga Dynasty
  2. Kushan Dynasty
  3. Sakas Dynasty
  4. Satavahana Dynasty

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Satavahana Dynasty

Explanation: The correct answer is D. Satavahana Dynasty. The Kanva dynasty, which ruled Magadha after the decline of the Sunga dynasty, was ultimately overthrown by the Satavahana dynasty in the 1st century BCE. The Kanva dynasty was founded by Vasudeva Kanva, a minister of the last Sunga ruler Devabhuti.