What was the political significance of Dhanyakataka?

It served as a prominent capital city for the Satavahana dynasty, facilitating trade and the spread of Buddhism in the Deccan.

Ancient Buddhist Geography

UPSC Archival Analysis

Q: In which one of the following regions was Dhanyakataka, which flourished as a prominent Buddhist centre under the Mahasanghikas, located?

Dhanyakataka was located in the Andhra region, specifically near modern Amaravati in the Guntur district of Andhra Pradesh. It was a major Buddhist center under the Mahasanghikas and the capital of the Satavahana dynasty.

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2023

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ID: ANC_HIS_PM_PG_2023_01 Ref: Ancient India by RS Sharma