Kirat Dynasty Flashcards

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Who were the Kirat dynasty?

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Third dynasty and first historically known rulers of Nepal

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When did the Kirat dynasty rule?

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from 700 BC to 300 AD

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Where did the Kirats come from?

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

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

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The region between Tamakoshi and Sunkoshi

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details of the number of Kirat kings according to different sources

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

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

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

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

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Towards the end of Dwapar Yug

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Who wa the founder of the Kirat dynasty in Nepal?

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King Yalambar

Also called Yalambar Hang

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What things are dedicated to King Yalambar?

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

इन्द्र जात्राको आकाश भैरवको शिर is said to be Yalambar

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Who was King Humati?

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

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What do legends say about King Humati?

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

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What is another name for king Humati?

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युद्ध कालको राजा

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Who was King Jitedasti?

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

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What do legends say about King Jitedasti?

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

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Who is King Sthunko

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16th Kirat king of Nepal

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16
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What do legends say about King Sthunko?

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

17
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What is the story about Charumati?

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

18
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Who was king Gasti?

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-Last Kirat King of Nepal

19
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Who was the last Kirat king of Nepal according to the Gopal Banshawali?

20
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Who was the last Kirat king of Nepal according to the Bhasha Banshawali?

21
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Where was capital of Kirat dynasty?

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

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What was the economy during Kirat time?

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Focused on animal husbandry, agriculture and ब्यापार

23
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What is an example of art during Kirat time?

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पशुपतिको विरुपक्ष्य statue

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

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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

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What religions did Kirat people practice?
They practiced shaiva and vaishnav dharma
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What did Kirat dynasty introduce into Nepal?
They introduced formalized governance system with administrative posts and laws in Nepal