Sudarshan Lake was built by Pushyagupta, governor of Chandragupta Maurya, ruler of the Mauryan Empire, as confirmed by the Junagarh rock inscription attributed to Rudradaman-I. The lake was constructed in the middle of Urjayant Hill at Girnar in Saurashtra, along with a dam for irrigation.
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Explore the rich and diverse history of India, from ancient civilizations to modern independence. Discover the impact of powerful empires, cultural influences, and significant events that shaped the country into what it is today.
Devanampiya Piyadasi was the name used by the ancient Indian emperor Ashoka, who ruled over a large…
Harshavardhana, also known as Harsha, was a king of the Indian empire of Kannauj, who ruled from…
Here is a Quote from Manusmriti for the first, fourth, fifth and sixth marriages: First: Kanyadan or…
Rigveda, Or Rig Veda, is an early ancient sacred Vedic religious text of Hinduism. It is composed…
Wishing for “Best Sons” Passage Paragraph Here is an excerpt of a mantra from the Rigveda which…
Passage Title – King’s Pain Passage Paragraph – When Devanampiya Piyadasi or Devanampriya Priyadasi completed eight years…
Gujarat’s Sudarshan Lake is a hidden gem located in the heart of Gujarat, India. This beautiful natural…
According to this law, the state had a monopoly on the production and sale of salt. Salt was used in every Indian’s home, but they were prevented from making salt even for domestic use, so they were forced to buy salt from shops at a higher price.