Where was the capital of the Ikshvaku dynasty located?

Their capital was Vijayapuri, located at modern-day Nagarjunakonda in the Krishna River valley.

Ancient Regional Dynasties

UPSC Archival Analysis

Q: The rulers of which of the following dynasty have been called as 'Shriparvatiya' in Puranas?

The Ikshvaku dynasty is referred to as 'Shriparvatiya' in the Puranas. They ruled in the Krishna River valley during the 3rd and 4th centuries CE with their capital at Vijayapuri.

Exam Year

2020

Evidence Source

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ID: ANC_HIS_PMPG_2020_33 Ref: Matsya Purana