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Detailed explanation-1: -What is the Sunga Dynasty known for? The dynasty is noted for its numerous wars with both foreign and indigenous powers. They fought the Kalinga, the Satavahana dynasty, the Indo-Greek Kingdom and possibly the Panchalas and Mitras of Mathura.
Detailed explanation-2: -Who were Sungas in the post-Mauryan period? Pushyamitra Sunga was the founder of the Sunga dynasty in the post-Mauryan period. He ruled for 36 years in the Mauryan Empire and was succeeded by his son Agnimitra.
Detailed explanation-3: -The Sunga dynasty was established by Pushyamitra Sunga by overthrowing the Maurya dynasty in 185 BCE. There were ten rulers in the Sunga dynasty who in total ruled for about 112 years. Pataliputra was their capital city. One of the greatest achievements of the Sunga dynasty was safeguarding India from Hunas invasion.