Kirat Dynasty Flashcards
Who were the Kirat dynasty?
Third dynasty and first historically known rulers of Nepal
When did the Kirat dynasty rule?
from 700 BC to 300 AD
Where did the Kirats come from?
-Kirats are said to have migrated from eastern and central western regions of Nepal
-They defeated the Mahispals and reigned
According to the गोपाल वंशावली, where was the main place of Kirats
The region between Tamakoshi and Sunkoshi
details of the number of Kirat kings according to different sources
गोपाल वंशावली : 32 kings
Bhasha वंशावली : 28 kings
Wright वंशावली : 29 kings
What is the general belief about the number of Kirat kings and their reign?
It is believed that the Kirat kings ruled for 29 generations for 1500 years with 32 kings
In which Yug is the Kirat dynasty believed to have begun?
Towards the end of Dwapar Yug
Who wa the founder of the Kirat dynasty in Nepal?
King Yalambar
Also called Yalambar Hang
What things are dedicated to King Yalambar?
Patan’s old name ‘Yal’ is said to have been named after him
इन्द्र जात्राको आकाश भैरवको शिर is said to be Yalambar
Who was King Humati?
Humati HangAccording to Gopal Banshwali: 7th Kirat KingAccording to Wright chronicles: 6th Kirat King
What do legends say about King Humati?
Legends say that he participated in the epic war of Mahabharat (but there is no evidence for this)
What is another name for king Humati?
युद्ध कालको राजा
Who was King Jitedasti?
He was son of King HumatiAlso called Dasti 7th Kirat king of Nepal
What do legends say about King Jitedasti?
It is said that Buddha visited Kathmandu during his time but there is no evidence for this
Who is King Sthunko
16th Kirat king of Nepal
What do legends say about King Sthunko?
It is believed that Emperor Ashoka visited Nepal during his time and his daughter Charumati
What is the story about Charumati?
She married a Kshetri named DevpalA vihar was built in her nameThat place is called Chabahil
Who was king Gasti?
-Last Kirat King of Nepal
Who was the last Kirat king of Nepal according to the Gopal Banshawali?
Khingu
Who was the last Kirat king of Nepal according to the Bhasha Banshawali?
Gaalij
Where was capital of Kirat dynasty?
Their capital was Shankhamul but due to fear of attack they made शासन केन्द्र Gokarna
What was the economy during Kirat time?
Focused on animal husbandry, agriculture and ब्यापार
What is an example of art during Kirat time?
पशुपतिको विरुपक्ष्य statue
What do they say about the defeat of the Kirat kings?
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
What religions did Kirat people practice?
They practiced shaiva and vaishnav dharma
What did Kirat dynasty introduce into Nepal?
They introduced formalized governance system with administrative posts and laws in Nepal
