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Mythological History

Danava Dynasty

Mahiranga Danava founded the Danava dynasty, which was the first illustrious line of kings in Pragjyotisha. The dynasty originated in Kirata. The Kalika Purana makes reference to these kings, although there is no supporting archaeological data.

The Danava dynasty was made up of Kirata chiefs; Naraka succeeded Ghatakasura, who had been killed.

Bhauma Dynasty

• The Bhauma dynasty succeeded the Danava dynasty as the legendary rulers of Pragjyotisha.
• Founding figure Narakasura and his descendants Bhagadatta and Vajradatta are first referenced in the ancient Indian epics Mahabharata and Ramayana.
• Narakasura’s ...