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Gupta administration

THE KING King occupied the prominent place in the administration. The kingship was hereditary. But in some cases younger

North India after Gupta: North India after Gupta was divided into number of independent states. Some important were Maitrakas of

Importance of Folklore Documentation and interpretation of traditional culture is the heart of folklore. It includes recording and analyzing these

Pallava History: Their origin is obscure. They defeated the Kalabras and occupied the country around Kanchi, while the Pandyas established

Art and Architecture 8. Structural Development: Building activities were started, several layers of constructions were found in excavations. Use of

Adopting new culture: Sakas did not have their own culture for themselves, no script, no written language and no organized

Administration. King was the upholder of dharma, as said in Dharmashastras- he was divine origin- and had the qualities of

Material Culture, Social Life. Material culture was a mixture of Northern and local elements. Most tools excavated in Satavahana period

Political In the northern part the Mauryas were succeeded by Shunkas and Kanvas. In the north Deccan and Central was

Pipelines transport In modern times, pipelines are used for various purposes. Water supply to residential and commercial areas is carried