Q. Who among the following was the first Satavahana king to introduce the ruler's head on coins?
✅ Correct Answer: (B)
Gautamiputra Satakarni
Explanation: Satavahana dynasty ruled from Pune in Maharastra to Coastal Andhra Pardesh in the 2nd century BC onwards. Satakarni I was the first Satavahana King to introduce the ruler's head on the coins. The coins issued by Satavahanas had bilingual legends. The name of the Kings was mentioned in Prakrit as well as some south Indian Language.
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
Satavahana dynasty ruled from Pune in Maharastra to Coastal Andhra Pardesh in the 2nd century BC onwards. Satakarni I was the first Satavahana King to introduce the ruler's head on the coins. The coins issued by Satavahanas had bilingual legends. The name of the Kings was mentioned in Prakrit as well as some south Indian Language.