Question
Describe the main features of the Satavahana empire of Deccan.
Answer
The main features of Satavahana empire of Deccan are:
- Satavahana rulers believed in divine rights of the king.
- They were the followers of Hinduism. They worshipped Vishnu and Shiva.
- They divided kingdoms into provinces for efficient administration.
- Many chaityas, Stupas and Viharas were built during this period.
- They encouraged external and international trade and for which they built roads and ships.
- They had trade relations with Rome, Arabic, Iran, Egypt, Burma and Malaya.