Introduction The Satavahana Empire (circa 1st century BCE to 3rd century CE) ruled over large parts of central and southern India. The economy of the Satavahanas was diverse and prosperous, driven by agriculture, trade, crafts, and revenue from land. In this post, we examine the main features of the Satavahana economy in simple language. Agriculture […]
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Introduction The Mauryan Empire (321–185 BCE), founded by Chandragupta Maurya and expanded under Emperor Ashoka, is considered one of the most well-organized and centralized states in ancient India. The Mauryan administration paid special attention to economic management, especially in the agrarian sector. Since agriculture was the backbone of the economy, the state developed a systematic
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Introduction Coins are a vital source of information for reconstructing the economic history of ancient Indian empires. The Satavahana (1st century BCE – 3rd century CE) and Gupta (4th–6th century CE) empires, in particular, have left behind a rich numismatic legacy that offers insights into their trade, monetization, metallurgy, state control, and cultural affiliations. Through
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