Authentic Past Paper Standard Evaluation
The rulers of which of the following dynasty have been called as 'Shriparvatiya' in Puranas?
Solution & Analysis
Answer: B
Concept
Puranic literature often uses localized or descriptive titles to refer to regional dynasties, which historians cross-reference with archaeological findings.Explanation
The Ikshvaku dynasty (Andhra Ikshvakus) ruled the Krishna valley from their capital Vijayapuri. The *Matsya Purana
specifically refers to them as 'Shriparvatiya' (meaning 'of the Shriparvata mountain').Logical Breakup
Logic 1: The Ikshvakus reigned in the 3rd and 4th centuries CE at modern Nagarjunakonda.
Logic 2: Although the kings were Vedic Shaivites, their reign saw a massive boom in Buddhist architecture.
Logic 3: Archaeological records of rulers like Ehuvala Chamtamula confirm the lineage described in the Puranic texts.