{"id":90440,"date":"2025-06-01T10:28:39","date_gmt":"2025-06-01T10:28:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/?p=90440"},"modified":"2025-06-01T10:28:39","modified_gmt":"2025-06-01T10:28:39","slug":"consider-the-following-statements-pertaining-to-the-satavahanas-sa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/consider-the-following-statements-pertaining-to-the-satavahanas-sa\/","title":{"rendered":"Consider the following statements pertaining to the Satavahanas :\n  Sa"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Consider the following statements pertaining to the Satavahanas :<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Satavahana rulers were identified through metronymics<\/li>\n<li>Satavahana succession to the throne was generally patrilineal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct ?<\/p>\n<p>[amp_mcq option1=&#8221;1 only&#8221; option2=&#8221;2 only&#8221; option3=&#8221;Both 1 and 2&#8243; option4=&#8221;Neither 1 nor 2&#8243; correct=&#8221;option3&#8243;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"psc-box-pyq-exam-year-detail\">\n<div class=\"pyq-exam\">\n<div class=\"psc-heading\">This question was previously asked in<\/div>\n<div class=\"psc-title line-ellipsis\">UPSC CAPF &#8211; 2019<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pyq-exam-psc-buttons\"><a href=\"\/pyq\/pyq-upsc-capf-2019.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"psc-pdf-button\" rel=\"noopener\">Download PDF<\/a><a href=\"\/pyq-upsc-capf-2019\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"psc-attempt-button\" rel=\"noopener\">Attempt Online<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<section id=\"pyq-correct-answer\">\nLet&#8217;s evaluate each statement about the Satavahanas:<br \/>\n1.  Satavahana rulers were identified through metronymics: Correct. Several Satavahana rulers are known by names derived from their mothers, such as Gautamiputra Satakarni (son of Gautami) and Vashishthiputra Pulumavi (son of Vashishthi). This indicates the prominence of the mother in identifying the ruler&#8217;s lineage.<br \/>\n2.  Satavahana succession to the throne was generally patrilineal: Correct. Despite the use of metronymics, the dynastic succession in the Satavahana kingdom was typically patrilineal, meaning the throne passed from father to son. For instance, Gautamiputra Satakarni was succeeded by his son Vashishthiputra Pulumavi. The use of metronymics highlighted the mother&#8217;s status but did not imply a system of matrilineal succession for the throne.<br \/>\nBoth statements are correct.<br \/>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"pyq-key-points\">\n&#8211; Metronymics were used to identify rulers, signifying respect for the maternal line.<br \/>\n&#8211; Royal succession generally followed the male line (patrilineal).<br \/>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"pyq-additional-information\">\nThe Satavahanas were a dynasty that ruled parts of South and Central India from around the 1st century BCE to the 3rd century CE. They were important patrons of Buddhism and Brahmanism and played a significant role in promoting trade and cultural exchange. The use of metronymics among rulers is a notable feature of this dynasty, although its exact social implications regarding the position of women are debated, it clearly indicates a high status for the queens and queen mothers.<br \/>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Consider the following statements pertaining to the Satavahanas : Satavahana rulers were identified through metronymics Satavahana succession to the throne was generally patrilineal Which of the statements given above is\/are correct ? 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