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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Ancient India: Kinship, Caste and Class

Question:

Which rulers have been identified through 'metronymics' (names derived from that of mother):

Options:

Shakas

Satavahanas

Mauryas

Kushanas

Correct Answer:

Satavahanas

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → Satavahanas

Satavahana rulers were identified through metronymics (names derived from that of the mother). For example, Gautamiputra Satakarni means “Satakarni, son of Gautami.” 

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