Vasudeva Kanva
| Vasudeva Kanva | |
|---|---|
| Founder of Kanva dynasty | |
| Reign | c. 75 – c. 66 BCE (9 years) |
| Predecessor | Devabhuti |
| Successor | Bhumimitra |
| Issue | Bhumimitra |
| Dynasty | Kanva |
Vasudeva Kanva (c. 75 – c. 66 BCE) was the founder of the Kanva dynasty. He was originally an Amatya (minister) of last Shunga ruler Devabhuti. Bana's Harshacharita informs us that he came to power after the death of Devabhuti by a daughter of his slave woman disguised as his queen. He was succeeded by his son Bhumimitra.
| Preceded by Devabhuti |
Kanva dynasty c. 75 BCE |
Succeeded by Bhumimitra |
See also
References
- Lahiri, Bela: Indigenous States of Northern India (circa 200 B.C. - 320 A.D.), University of Calcutta, 1974.
- Raychaudhuri, Hemchandra: Political History of Ancient India, University of Calcutta, 1972.
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