Devavarman (Maurya)
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For the 11th century king, see Devavarman (Chandela dynasty).
Devavarman (or Devadharman) was the 7th Emperor of the Maurya Empire. He ruled in the period 202–195 BCE. According to the Puranas, he was the successor of Shalishuka Maurya and reigned for a short period of seven years. He was not righteous, just, powerful and kind like his predecessor, Shalishuka. He was succeeded by Shatadhanvan.[1]
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Devavarman | |
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Chakravartin | |
7th Mauryan Emperor | |
Reign | c. 202 – c. 195 BCE |
Predecessor | Shalishuka |
Successor | Shatadhanvan |
Born | Unknown Pataliputra, Maurya Empire (Present day Bihar, India |
Died | c. 195 BCE Pataliputra, Maurya Empire (Present day Bihar, India |
Dynasty | Maurya |
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