Kirat Dynasty

Question 1

Who were the Kirat dynasty?

Answer 1

Third dynasty and first historically known rulers of Nepal

Question 2

When did the Kirat dynasty rule?

Answer 2

from 700 BC to 300 AD

Question 3

Where did the Kirats come from?

Answer 3

-Kirats are said to have migrated from eastern and central western regions of Nepal
-They defeated the Mahispals and reigned

Question 4

According to the गोपाल वंशावली, where was the main place of Kirats

Answer 4

The region between Tamakoshi and Sunkoshi

Question 5

details of the number of Kirat kings according to different sources

Answer 5

गोपाल वंशावली : 32 kings
Bhasha वंशावली : 28 kings
Wright वंशावली : 29 kings

Question 6

What is the general belief about the number of Kirat kings and their reign?

Answer 6

It is believed that the Kirat kings ruled for 29 generations for 1500 years with 32 kings

Question 7

In which Yug is the Kirat dynasty believed to have begun?

Answer 7

Towards the end of Dwapar Yug

Question 8

Who wa the founder of the Kirat dynasty in Nepal?

Answer 8

King Yalambar

Also called Yalambar Hang

Question 9

What things are dedicated to King Yalambar?

Answer 9

Patan’s old name ‘Yal’ is said to have been named after him

इन्द्र जात्राको आकाश भैरवको शिर is said to be Yalambar

Question 10

Who was King Humati?

Answer 10

Humati HangAccording to Gopal Banshwali: 7th Kirat KingAccording to Wright chronicles: 6th Kirat King

Question 11

What do legends say about King Humati?

Answer 11

Legends say that he participated in the epic war of Mahabharat (but there is no evidence for this)

Question 12

What is another name for king Humati?

Answer 12

युद्ध कालको राजा

Question 13

Who was King Jitedasti?

Answer 13

He was son of King HumatiAlso called Dasti 7th Kirat king of Nepal

Question 14

What do legends say about King Jitedasti?

Answer 14

It is said that Buddha visited Kathmandu during his time but there is no evidence for this

Question 15

Who is King Sthunko

Answer 15

16th Kirat king of Nepal

Question 16

What do legends say about King Sthunko?

Answer 16

It is believed that Emperor Ashoka visited Nepal during his time and his daughter Charumati

Question 17

What is the story about Charumati?

Answer 17

She married a Kshetri named DevpalA vihar was built in her nameThat place is called Chabahil

Question 18

Who was king Gasti?

Answer 18

-Last Kirat King of Nepal

Question 19

Who was the last Kirat king of Nepal according to the Gopal Banshawali?

Answer 19

Khingu

Question 20

Who was the last Kirat king of Nepal according to the Bhasha Banshawali?

Answer 20

Gaalij

Question 21

Where was capital of Kirat dynasty?

Answer 21

Their capital was Shankhamul but due to fear of attack they made शासन केन्द्र Gokarna

Question 22

What was the economy during Kirat time?

Answer 22

Focused on animal husbandry, agriculture and ब्यापार

Question 23

What is an example of art during Kirat time?

Answer 23

पशुपतिको विरुपक्ष्य statue

Question 24

What do they say about the defeat of the Kirat kings?

Answer 24

Some say the faced defeat at the hands of Licchavi dynastySome say there was a fierce battle and 800 Kirat soldiers lost their lives at ChyasalSome say their humble and reciprocal nature led to their defeat

Question 25

What religions did Kirat people practice?

Answer 25

They practiced shaiva and vaishnav dharma

Question 26

What did Kirat dynasty introduce into Nepal?

Answer 26

They introduced formalized governance system with administrative posts and laws in Nepal