During the period of which of the following Satavahana kings, Sanskrit replaced Prakrut as royal language ?

Key Points

• Kuntala Satakarni was a prominent ruler of the Satavahana dynasty.
• During his reign, Sanskrit replaced Prakrit as the royal language.
• The Satavahana dynasty ruled parts of central and southern India from around the 2nd century BCE to the 3rd century CE.
• The use of Sanskrit as the royal language marked a significant cultural shift, reflecting the increasing influence of Brahmanical culture.

Additional Information

• Satavahana Dynasty
  • The Satavahanas were an ancient Indian dynasty based in the Deccan region.
  • The dynasty is known for its significant contribution to Indian culture, trade, and the spread of Buddhism.
  • The Satavahana rulers were known for their patronage of art, architecture, and literature.
  • The dynasty played a crucial role in the development of the Deccan region and its culture.
• Prakrit Language
  • Prakrit refers to a group of Middle Indo-Aryan languages used in ancient and medieval India.
  • It was widely used in literature, inscriptions, and as a spoken language by the common people.
  • The Jain and Buddhist texts were often composed in Prakrit.
  • Prakrit languages eventually gave way to Sanskrit as the dominant literary and administrative language.