INDIAN HISTORY

HISTORY

ANCIENT INDIA

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Kharavela of Kalinga was a follower of
A
Jainism
B
Buddhism
C
Hinduism
D
Confuciounism
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Historians agree that it is best and most complete biography of Kharavela available. He was a follower of Jainism.

Detailed explanation-2: -king Kharavela gave patronage to the Jainism.

Detailed explanation-3: -Avakinnayo Karakandu or Karakanda (Odia: ) was a powerful legendary Jain emperor of Kalinga (Odisha and North Andhra), who is said to have lived in around 9th century BCE.

Detailed explanation-4: -Kharvela was a Jain and despite his fervor for Jainism, he was addicted to military conquests. Kalinga rose to power under his rule. Information regarding his life, rule, religion, and conquests can be gained from Hathigumpha Inscription.

Detailed explanation-5: -Detailed Solution. Key Points: Kalinga’s King Kharvela was associated with Mahameghavahana dynasty. The Mahameghavahana dynasty was an ancient ruling dynasty of Kalinga after the decline of the Maurya Empire.

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