Mahasiva was an early monarch of Sri Lanka of the kingdom of Anuradhapura, based at the ancient capital of Anuradhapura from 257 BC to 247 BC according to historical records.[1] Mahasiva was one of the many sons of Mutasiva and also brother of monarchs Devanampiya Tissa, Uttiya and Asela.

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Mahasiva
King of Anuradhapura
Reign257 BC – 247 BC
PredecessorUttiya
SuccessorSuratissa
HouseVijaya
FatherMutasiva
ReligionBuddhism
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Not much is known about him or his reign. He was noted to have given favor towards the monk Bhaddasala, building a temple in honor of him in the city of Anuradhapura.[2]

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